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.
Made this tonight and it’s seriously comforting. The rice thickens it up just right, and the peppers give it that stuffed-pepper vibe. Next time I’ll add a little extra garlic.
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.
This receipt is easy to follows but don’t taste like stuffed peppers at all. Disapointing.
I tried it and thought it tasted great! Maybe you needed more seasoning? Don’t give up on it just yet!
Just one word: yum!
Uh, I don’t know. Soup with rice sounds weird to me. Isn’t that too much?
Right? I made this last week and my family couldn’t get enough!
Delicious! I used ground turkey instead of beef and it worked just fine. Fresh parsley on top is the right move.
Tasted a bit bland, maybe add more spices? I was expecting more flavor.
I thought it had plenty of flavor! Maybe try simmering it a bit longer next time.
Yeah, I agree. More spices would definitely help! I usually add cayenne for a kick.
It took way too long!! I don’t got 30 mins to wait for soup. I prefer my meals fast.
I think it needs more seasoning. Like why only Italian seasoning? I added paprika and it helped a lot. Otherwise kinda plain for me.
Totally agree—Italian seasoning can be a little one-note. Paprika makes it way more flavorful. I usually go heavier on salt/pepper too.
Meh. Didn’t have ground beef, used tofu. Wasn’t right 🙁
Seems like a lot of work for soup. But who knows, maybe it’ll be worth it? 🤔
Ain’t nobody got time for that! Just buy a can of soup, save yourself the trouble. 😒
Honestly, I thought the same! But it turned out to be super tasty! Worth the effort! 🍲
Yummy! I used quinoa instead of rice and it turned out great. Highly recommended!
Yummy!! 10/10 would recommend to other soup lovers.
I made this soup yesterday and my family loved it too! It’s very filling, definitely a winner.
This soup is amazing! Tastes just like my grandma used to make. Five stars!
I love stuffed peppers, but this felt kinda like regular chili-ish soup. Still edible, but wouldn’t call it a replacement.
So cozy and hearty! I used a little extra garlic and it tasted like a proper stuffed pepper dinner but in soup form. The rice makes it super filling.
Made this last night and it’s actually super comforting. The peppers give it that stuffed-pepper vibe without extra work. I used fresh parsley—worth it.
I didn’t really like this. The beef didn’t blend well with the peppers. Wouldn’t make it again.
Yumm!! 😍 I love soup & this one was easy to make! Only took like 30 mins, perfect for weeknights!
This soup is amazing! Super easy to make and so tasty. My kids loved it!
Hmmm, seems like a lotta work for a soup. But it looked pretty. Idk if I’ll try it though.
I tried this recipe but it turned out too salty for my taste. Might cut down on the broth next time.
Simple and easy to make. My kids loved it! Plus, it filled them up.
I’m glad your kids liked it! This soup is super easy and a great way to sneak in some veggies.
This is similar to my grandma’s recipe but she uses brown rice, much better! Still good tho.
Pretty good! I thought the instructions were kinda vague tho.
Made this last night and it was super cozy. The rice really helps it feel like a stuffed pepper in soup form—tastes like comfort food. I added extra pepper because I’m that person 😅
Yummy! I added some cheese on top and it was delish! 😍
I followed the recipe but I used ground turkey because that’s what I had. Is it still stuffed pepper soup if I do that? LOL.
Of course, it’s still soup! Ground turkey is a great swap. Just makes it a bit healthier, right? 😂
I bet this is good for winter… but I’m not a soup person, ya know.
Good for the soul! Absloutely hearty and something I’d make when it’s cold out! Love the colors too.
This soup is amazing! So comforting and full of flavor.
Who knew soup could be so good? My husband gobbled it up! Will make again!
I was skeptical about the whole thing. Stuffed peppers turned into soup? But it actually works! I should’ve added more veggies though.
Not bad, but felt a bit bland. Next time, I’ll add some chili powder.
Not bad! The flavor is nice, but I think my peppers were bigger so it took longer to soften. Also I forgot parsley and it still tasted fine.
Easy weeknight recipe. I had to simmer a bit longer than 30 minutes because my veggies were still a little crunchy, but overall it turned out great.
Not sure about the ratio… 1 cup cooked rice in 4 cups broth feels like a lot, like it wanted to be chili-rice instead of soup. Still edible though. Would probably use less rice next time.
Easy recipe but I forgot to buy parsley. Looks sad without it 😔
You can always add some other herbs or spices to make it look better! Basil might work too! 😊
Too much tomato for my taste. I mean, it’s soup, not a tomato sauce :).
This soup is amazing! Tastes just like stuffed peppers but so much easier. My kids loved it!
I thought this was boring. Guess I expected more flavor. Maybe add some cheese next time?
It was ok, but I feel like it needed something more. Maybe add some cheese on top next time?
I didn’t have chicken broth so I used beef broth instead, still tasted good! Quick and easy to make.
Not impressed. The flavor just wasn’t there. I won’t be making this again.
This soup is absolutely delicious! I made it for my family and everyone loved it. Perfect comfort food!
So easy to make! I just threw everything in a pot and it was delicious—what more could you want?
I didn’t have rice, so I used pasta instead. It still tasted good!
Used ground chicken instead of beef, still yum! The rice made it so hearty.
I’m not sure about putting cooked rice in—mine soaked up so much liquid that it got thick like chili. Still tasty though, just not exactly soup-y.
My mom makes a similar dish, but with no beef, just peppers. This was ok I guess.
It’s interesting how everyone has their own version! I bet your mom’s recipe is delicious too. This soup sounds hearty with the beef though!
Sounds kinda bland to me… Where’s the spice? Just eating peppers ain’t enough!
I didn’t have any chicken broth, used beef broth instead. Wasn’t sure if that would work, but it did! Pretty good.
Stuffed pepper soup is so good!! I added some corn for extra sweetness. Yummy!
Corn sounds like a great idea! I never thought of adding that. Can’t wait to try it like this!