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Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers (Picadillo Style)

Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers (Picadillo Style)

5 from 3 votes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
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Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Description

Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers (Picadillo Style) -- If you're looking for a tasty, easy-to-prepare meal that is both healthy and packed with flavor, look no further!

Ingredients 

  • 4 large bell peppers, any color
  • 1 pound ground beef , or ground turkey
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 14 ounces diced tomatoes, or 2 fresh tomatoes, diced
  • 1/4 cup green olives, chopped
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup beef or chicken stock
  • 1/4 cup white wine, optional
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup cooked white rice
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
  • Optional toppings: grated cheese, sour cream

Instructions

  • Wash the bell peppers, cut off the tops, and remove seeds and membranes. Set aside.
  • If you have leftover rice, you can use it; otherwise, cook 1/4 cup of raw rice according to package instructions.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey, breaking it apart as it browns.
  • Add the onions and garlic to the pan and sauté until translucent.
  • Add the cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper, followed by the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, green olives, and raisins. Stir well.
  • Pour in the stock and white wine (if using) and let the mixture simmer until the liquids have reduced a bit. The filling should be moist but not overly liquid.
  • Stir in the cooked rice, making sure everything is well combined. Taste and adjust the seasonings if necessary.
  • Fill each bell pepper with the Cuban meat and rice mixture, pressing gently to pack the filling.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (182°C).
  • Lightly brush or spray the outside of the stuffed peppers with olive oil or cooking spray.
  • Place the stuffed peppers upright in the air fryer basket, making sure they don’t touch. If they don’t all fit at once, you'll need to cook in batches.
  • Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the peppers are tender and have a slightly crisp exterior.
  • Carefully remove the peppers from the air fryer.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley and any optional toppings of your choice.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 329kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 29gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 71mgSodium: 305mgPotassium: 1181mgFiber: 7gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5368IUVitamin C: 224mgCalcium: 95mgIron: 6mg