Stuffed Pepper Soup is a hearty, comforting dish that transforms the beloved flavors of traditional stuffed peppers into a rich and satisfying soup. With a savory tomato base, tender bell peppers, ground beef or turkey, and rice, it’s the perfect one-pot meal for chilly evenings or meal prepping for the week ahead.
This soup begins by sautéing ground meat with onions and garlic until browned and fragrant. Chopped green and red bell peppers are then added, providing a slight sweetness and crunch that mirrors the classic dish. The base is built with crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, and a touch of Italian seasoning, creating a robust and flavorful foundation. Cooked rice is stirred in toward the end to soak up the delicious broth and add substance.
One of the best things about Stuffed Pepper Soup is how customizable it is. You can use ground beef, turkey, or even a plant-based alternative. Choose white, brown, or cauliflower rice depending on your preference. Add a dash of crushed red pepper flakes if you like heat, or a handful of cheese for extra richness.
The soup tastes even better the next day, making it a fantastic choice for leftovers. Serve it with crusty bread or a simple salad for a complete, cozy meal.
Perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving comfort food without the fuss, Stuffed Pepper Soup is a family-friendly recipe that delivers flavor, nutrition, and warmth in every spoonful. Whether you’re a fan of the classic dish or just discovering it for the first time, this soup version is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- onion small, diced
- 2 Bell peppers diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz
- 1 can Tomato sauce 8 ounces
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- parsley chopped fresh for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the diced onion, bell peppers, and garlic to the pot and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, cooked rice, and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 30 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
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I liked the flavors, especially the Italian seasoning with the tomatoes. Only thing: I didn’t have cooked rice so I used a bit more broth and simmered longer. Turned out fine, but next time I’ll follow the cooked rice step.
Glad it worked out! I’ve done the same thing with soups when I only have uncooked rice on hand—longer simmer usually saves it. Italian seasoning + tomatoes is such a good combo.
Hmm I’m not sure about simmering longer with extra broth—sounds like it could turn into kind of mushy soup. But if you liked the flavor, I guess that’s what matters? Next time follow step 4 and use exactly 1 cup cooked rice, right?
For sure the best soup. Pro tip: add cheese on top!
Cheese on soup? That sounds kinda weird, but I’ll give it a try! Maybe it’ll be nice.
Yum!!! Perfect for chilly evenings! Just add some crackers and you’re set.
Eh, I don’t really like peppers. Doubt I’ll try this. But maybe others will like it?
You might try it without the peppers, just add more meat or other veggies! 😉
Beef in soup? That’s weird. Who puts beef in soup? Give me noodle soup any day.
This soup is amazing!! I made it for my family and everyone loved it. Definitely a keeper!
I found this kinda bland. Maybe add more spices or something? Not my favorite.
Made this soup but forgot the garlic! Still tasted good, but next time I’m adding it for sure.
Not a fan. The texture was off and tasted kinda bland. I won’t be making this again.
I dunno, maybe you did something wrong? It sounds pretty good to me. I think it’s all about personal taste!
I totally disagree! This soup was amazing! The flavors were spot on. You should try adding more spices next time!
Soup??? I thought it was supposed to be an actual pepper. Confused.