10/14/2026
Look at that golden, bubbly cheese pull just waiting to happen! 😍
If you haven't tried making stuffed peppers in the air fryer yet, consider this your sign.
It’s the ultimate busy weeknight dinner—super vibrant, incredibly flavorful, and the air fryer gets them perfectly tender with a crispy, melty top without heating up the whole kitchen.
Here’s how to recreate this magic at home
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 3-4)
3 large bell peppers (Red, Yellow, Green - take your pick!), tops cut off, seeds removed
1 lb ground beef or turkey
1 cup cooked white or brown rice
1 cup marinara or tomato sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
✨ The Secret Air Fryer Trick
Air fryers use intense, dry heat, which can sometimes dry out ground meat. The secret Add a heaping tablespoon of cream cheese to your cooked meat and rice mixture before stuffing. It melts into the filling as it cooks, keeping everything incredibly moist and creamy while the outside gets perfectly roasted!
👩🍳 Quick Directions
1. Brown your meat, drain, and mix with rice, marinara, seasonings, and your secret cream cheese.
2. Stuff your peppers and place them in the air fryer basket (they fit like a glove!).
3. Air fry at 360°F for about 12-15 minutes until the peppers are tender.
4. Top generously with mozzarella and air fry for another 2-3 minutes at 380°F until golden and bubbly.
🍽️ What to Serve With
These are a full meal on their own, but they are even better with a slice of warm garlic bread to sop up the extra sauce, a crisp Caesar salad, or a dollop of sour cream and a drizzle of hot honey on top!
Alright, let's settle this... What is YOUR favorite bell pepper to use for stuffing Team Red, Team Yellow, or Team Green Let me know in the comments! 👇👀