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With the magic of the air fryer, they cook up in no time, giving you a nutritious, flavor-packed meal without the fuss. Whether you’re meal-prepping or making a quick weekend brunch, this recipe is a game-changer. Let’s get stuffing!

Air Fryer Egg Stuffed Peppers

4.34 from 3 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 28 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings

Description

Whole bell peppers filled with scrambled eggs, bacon and cheddar, air fried at 360°F until the eggs are set. A low-carb breakfast for two in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients 

  • 2 large bell peppers, any color
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/4 cup diced onion, sautéed (optional)
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  • Slice the tops off the peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Trim a thin slice off the bottom if needed so they stand upright.
  • Whisk the eggs, salt, pepper and garlic powder in a bowl.
  • Stir in the bacon, onion and 1/4 cup of the cheddar.
  • Spray the outside of the peppers lightly. Fill each one about 3/4 full with the egg mixture.
  • Stand the peppers in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 360°F for 15 minutes.
  • Check the center with a knife. If still wet, cook 3 to 5 minutes more. Sprinkle on the remaining cheddar for the last 2 minutes.
  • Rest 2 minutes, then serve whole or halved.

Equipment

  • Air fryer (basket or oven style)
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Notes

  • Times are for large peppers. Smaller peppers may be done at 12 minutes.
  • Eggs are done at 160°F, when the center no longer jiggles.
  • For a western omelette version, use 1/2 cup diced ham in place of bacon and add sautéed green pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 494kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 27gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 429mgSodium: 1207mgPotassium: 630mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5976IUVitamin C: 211mgCalcium: 276mgIron: 3mg