Our 25 Best Bell Pepper Recipes to Make

By

Camryn Alexa Wimberly

Published on July 2, 2024

overhead view of 3-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg Cups — Photo:
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

Bell peppers have a reputation for being incredibly versatile. From stuffed peppers to salads, you can find the tasty veggie prepared in many different ways. That’s why we decided to round up our best recipes featuring red, orange, yellow or green bell peppers. These are fan-favorites, each recipe having earned four- and five-star reviews from EatingWell readers. You’ll want to try options like our Stuffed Pepper Casserole or Bell Pepper & Feta Chickpea Salad to add some fresh flavor to your menu.

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Stuffed Pepper Casserole

Stuffed Pepper Casserole — Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist Julia Bayless

You won't be stuffing any peppers for this stuffed pepper casserole, but you will be enjoying the sweet and smoky combination of flavors coming from bell peppers, fire-roasted tomatoes, smoked paprika and ground beef.

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3-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg Cups

overhead view of 3-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg Cups — Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

Requiring just three main ingredients—bell peppers, eggs and shredded cheese—these portable baked eggs are simple to assemble and perfect for meal prep.

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Colorful Roasted Sheet-Pan Vegetables

Colorful Roasted Sheet-Pan Vegetables in a pan with wooden spoon — Sonia Bozzo

Give your plate a pop of color with these healthy sheet-pan veggies.

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Bell Pepper & Feta Chickpea Salad

a recipe photo of the Bell Pepper and Feta Chickpea Salad served in a bowl — Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Lauren McAnelly

This easy no-cook chickpea salad comes together quickly, making it the perfect choice on busy days. Red-wine vinegar brightens the dish, while feta adds a tangy, slightly salty flavor.

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Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers

Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers — Rachel Marek

Mounding a classic Philly cheesesteak mixture in a colorful bell pepper and melting cheese on top is an easy way to skip the bread and cut the carbs.

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Slow-Cooker Arroz con Pollo (Chicken & Rice)

Slow-Cooker Arroz con Pollo

This one-pot chicken dinner, inspired by the traditional dish of Spain and Latin America, comes together easily in the slow cooker and features peppers, peas and olives for added flavor.

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Chicken Cutlets with Spinach & Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

Chicken Cutlets with Creamy Spinach & Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

Serve these saucy, ultra-quick chicken cutlets over your favorite pasta. This easy dinner recipe is sure to become a new weeknight favorite.

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Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajita Bowls

Skip the tortillas in favor of this warm fajita salad, which features a nutritious medley of chicken with roasted kale, bell peppers and black beans. The chicken, beans and vegetables are all cooked on the same pan, so this healthy dinner is easy to make and the cleanup is easy too.

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Chicken Parmesan & Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

a recipe photo of the stuffed peppers

Chicken Parm gets a fun low-carb and gluten-free twist with these cheesy stuffed peppers with chicken and quinoa. Serve with a salad for a healthy dinner that's easy to prep too.

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Marinated Grilled Vegetable Kebabs

Marinated Grilled Vegetable Kebabs

Tender vegetables soak up this tangy marinade and turn delicately smoky and tender on a hot grill. These kebabs make a wonderful side dish with grilled meats or fish.

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Black Bean-Cauliflower "Rice" Bowl

Black Bean-Cauliflower "Rice" Bowl

This aromatic cauliflower rice bowl comes together in minutes and is a simple meal for one. Using frozen riced cauliflower instead of rice reduces the carb content—and makes for quicker prep.

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"Egg in a Hole" Peppers with Avocado Salsa

Colorful bell pepper rings stand in for bread in this veggie-packed version of egg in a hole. Top with a vibrant avocado salsa for a cheerful breakfast.

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Meal-Prep Roasted Vegetable Bowls with Pesto

Meal-Prep Roasted Vegetable Bowls with Pesto

Your co-workers will be jealous when you pull out this healthy lunch of roasted veggies and brown rice. Put together 4 lunches when you have time and you will have tasty, veggie-packed meals for days.

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Simple Grilled Salmon & Vegetables

Grilled salmon and veggies make for a colorful and balanced seafood dinner that's ready in just minutes. The grill turns the salmon flaky and moist while tenderizing the crispy pepper and onion pieces.

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Sheet-Pan Ratatouille

Ratatouille is a type of veggie-forward, Provençal-style stew. Our sheet-pan ratatouille features tangy goat cheese and sweet balsamic glaze that complement the tender charred vegetables.

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Parmesan & Vegetable Muffin-Tin Omelets

Parmesan & Vegetable Muffin-Tin Omelets with grapes

These simple veggie muffin-tin "omelets" are easy to make in the morning—or mix up the batter the night before. They're perfect for company or to take for an easy breakfast on the go.

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High-Protein Tex-Mex Chicken Soup

a recipe photo of the High-Protein Tex-Mex Chicken Soup — Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall , Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

Make this grab-and-go Tex-Mex–inspired soup when you have leftover chicken, or use rotisserie chicken for this easy meal-prep soup. The frozen pepper-onion mix adds flavor and saves time in the kitchen, while the black beans add fiber and protein.

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Chili-Rubbed Chicken with Coconut Rice & Mango Salsa

This bright and flavorful chicken and rice is great for meal prep. Divide the salsa, rice and chicken among 4 food-storage containers and you've got 4 days of ready-made meals in your fridge.

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Chicken & Veggie Quesadilla

Chicken & Veggie Quesadilla

These easy quesadillas are filled with hearty veggies like peppers and zucchini. You can use canned cooked chicken to save time, or use leftover cooked chicken or turkey if you have it.

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Stir-Fried Carrots, Corn & Peppers

This tasty stir-fry contains a colorful combination of carrot, red bell pepper, corn and romaine lettuce.

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Chicken & Sweet Potato Grill Packets with Peppers & Onions

Cook your whole meal in a packet on the grill with this easy veggie-loaded recipe. The seasoning makes the chicken and veggies taste great served with warm tortillas and your favorite taco toppings for a healthy dinner.

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Southwest Breakfast Skillet

Southwest Breakfast Skillet — Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RDN

One skillet is all you need to create this satisfying, veggie-loaded breakfast (or dinner) dish. This skillet is packed with mushrooms, bell pepper and chard to help up your veggie count for the day and is topped with bacon, eggs, cheese, pico de gallo and fresh cilantro.

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Basil Pesto Pasta with Grilled Vegetables

This dish is an easy way to turn grilled vegetables into a satisfying meal, thanks to hearty whole-grain pasta and a quick homemade pesto.

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Sheet-Pan Baked Feta with Bell Peppers & Chickpeas

a recipe photo of the Sheet-Pan Baked Feta, Bell Peppers, Red Onion, Cherry Tomatoes & Chickpeas — Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Addelyn Evans, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

This vegetarian sheet-pan dinner features briny feta cheese, chickpeas and vegetables all roasted on a single baking sheet for easy cleanup.

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Rainbow Frittata

rainbow frittata

This delicious frittata is loaded with heart-healthy, omega-3-enriched eggs and a medley of colorful vegetables. Start cooking the vegetables on the stove and finish them up in the oven with the egg mixture. To serve, top with avocado slices, grape tomatoes and a touch of Sriracha.

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