Get ready for a flavor-packed delight with our Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup! It's the comfort of stuffed peppers in a bowl, minus the hassle. Whether you're a kitchen pro or a beginner, this one-pot wonder is sure to become a favorite. Dive into the simplicity and savor the comfort of this easy Stuffed Pepper Soup recipe!
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Why This Recipe Works
- Comforting and Hearty: This soup is packed with bell peppers, beef, and rice for a satisfying meal.
- Easy to Make: The Instant Pot simplifies the process, making it perfect for weeknights.
- Full of Flavor: A delightful blend of spices makes this stuffed pepper soup richly flavorful and irresistible.
📋 Ingredients
- Ground Meat (Ground Sirloin): Provides a hearty and flavorful base for the soup, adding richness and depth to each spoonful.
- Sweet Onion: Adds a mild and sweet flavor to the soup, enhancing the overall taste profile and complementing the other ingredients.
- Garlic: Infuses the soup with a deliciously aromatic flavor, adding depth and complexity to the dish.
- Diced Tomatoes with Green Pepper and Onion: Adds a burst of freshness and tanginess to the soup, providing a vibrant base of flavors.
- Fire-Roasted Diced Tomatoes: Introduce a smoky and slightly charred element to the soup, adding depth and enhancing the overall taste.
- Tomato Paste: Thickens the soup and intensifies the tomato flavor, creating a rich and robust base.
- Long Grain White Rice: Adds a satisfying texture to the soup, making it more filling and providing a comforting element.
- Bell Peppers (Green, Red, Orange, Yellow): Bring vibrant colors and a sweet and slightly tangy taste to the soup, adding a delightful crunch.
- Italian Seasoning, Sweet Basil, Ground Oregano: Blend of herbs that infuse the soup with an authentic Italian flavor, creating a harmonious and aromatic blend.
- Garlic Salt, Seasoned Salt, Seasoned Pepper: Enhance the overall seasoning of the soup, adding a savory and well-rounded taste.
- Brown Sugar: Balances out the acidity from the tomatoes, adding a touch of sweetness to round out the flavors.
- Chicken Broth or Beef Broth: Creates a flavorful and savory base for the soup, adding depth and richness to the dish.
- Water: Provides necessary liquid for cooking the soup, allowing all the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Butter: Adds a rich and creamy element to the soup, enhancing the overall richness and indulgence.
- Olive Oil: Adds a subtle fruity and nutty flavor to the soup, providing a smooth and silky texture.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🔀 Substitutions & Variations
- Vegetarian Variation: Use plant-based meat or lentils instead of ground beef. This change makes the soup suitable for vegetarians.
- Spicy Variation: Add cayenne pepper or a diced jalapeno for added heat. Spices can enhance flavor and provide a warming effect.
- Cheesy Variation: Stir in shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese for a cheesy twist. Cheese adds a creamy texture and rich flavor.
- Brown Rice: Replace white rice with brown rice in your Stuffed Pepper Soup for a different, flavorful twist.
- Ground Turkey/ Ground Chicken: Ground turkey or ground chicken can be a delicious alternative to ground beef in your delicious soup, offering a leaner option with a unique flavor profile.
- Tomato Sauce: Using tomato sauce instead of tomato paste in your soup can give the dish a lighter, more fluid consistency while still maintaining a robust tomato flavor.
- Vegetable Broth: Vegetable broth is a fantastic substitute for chicken or beef broth, offering a rich and hearty flavor without any animal products.
🔪How to Make Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup?
Step One: Press the Saute button on the Instant Pot and add the butter and olive oil, add the onion and Saute until golden brown.
Step Two: Next, add the lean ground beef, and cook until the meat is completely done, so there's no pink left, and the meat is well browned.
Step Three: Now the ground beef is brown you can add the minced garlic or garlic powder. Mix well, and cook for 1 minute.
Step Four: Turn off the Saute setting, and add the diced tomatoes, stewed tomatoes, tomato paste, uncooked rice, green peppers, diced red bell peppers, and orange and yellow diced peppers.
Step Five: Add Italian seasoning, sweet basil, oregano, garlic salt, seasoned salt, seasoned pepper, and brown sugar stirring occasionally. Be sure all the flavors are mixed well.
Step Six: Next, pour in the chicken broth and water, and mix well.
Step Seven: Place the Instant Pot lid on and lock it into place, ensuring the vent is closed. Press the Manual button on your Instant pot or Pressure Cook button for 10 minutes on High pressure. Your soup will take time to come to pressure.
Step Eight: Once the Instant Pot beeps to signal it's finished cooking do a quick release by gently turning the pressure valve from 'SEALING' to 'VENTING', and release the pressure.
Step Nine: Serve immediately after the quick release or leave the soup in the instant pot keep warm setting, if you plan to eat later.
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Use Fresh Ingredients: For the best flavor in your Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup, always use fresh ingredients.
- Deglaze the Pot: After sautéing, be sure to deglaze the pot with broth or water to prevent any food from sticking to the bottom, which could cause a burn notice.
- Use the Right Rice: Opt for white long-grainrice or brown rice for the best texture in your soup. Avoid quick-cooking rice as it can become mushy.
- Let it Rest: Once the cooking time is up, let the soup rest for a few minutes before releasing the pressure. This allows the flavors to meld together for a more flavorful soup.
💭 FAQs
Yes, you sure can. Some people like to add fresh garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, a tablespoon of tomato sauce, a tablespoon of hot sauce, or Worcestershire sauce to their recipe.
If you want to add some heat, try adding diced jalapeno or a teaspoon of red pepper flakes. You could also add hot sauce or your favorite spicy seasoning blend.
Yes, it can be! Just follow the steps above until adding the Instant Pot lid. Instead, transfer the ingredients to your slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or high heat for 4 hours.
Yes, in an 8 qt. Instant Pot, you can double the recipe. However, in a 6 qt. Instant Pot, you can’t double the recipe since it fills up to the max line.
Absolutely! You can add any cooked rice to the soup, such as basmati rice, long-grain white, or brown rice. Just add it at the end, after the soup is cooked.
Place the soup containers in the refrigerator if you plan on consuming the soup within the next few days. If you want to store the soup for a longer period, consider freezing it. Make sure the containers are freezer-safe.
Serving Suggestions
These are my favorite dishes to serve with Stuffed Pepper Soup:
- Side Salad: A fresh, crisp side salad can add a refreshing contrast to the hearty Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup.
- Grated Cheese On Top: Sprinkling some grated Cheese on top of the soup can enhance its richness and add a delightful cheesy twist.
- Sour Cream Or Greek Yogurt: A dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt can add a tangy creaminess to the soup, balancing the spice and heat.
- Avocado Slices: Fresh avocado slices can provide a creamy, cooling counterpoint to the heat of your delicious stuffed pepper soup.
- Croutons: Crispy croutons can add a welcome crunch and soak up the delicious flavors of the soup.
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Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Meat we used ground sirloin
- 1 Onion or green onions
- 1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic
- 2 Cans Diced Tomatoes With Green Peppers
- 1 can Fire Roasted Diced tomatoes
- 6 Ounce Tomato Paste
- 1 Cup Long Grain White Rice
- ½ Green Bell Pepper chopped
- ½ Red Bell Pepper chopped
- ½ Orange Bell Pepper chopped
- ½ Yellow Bell Pepper chopped
- 2 Tablespoons Italian Seasoning
- 1 Tablespoon Sweet Basil
- 1 teaspoon Ground Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- ⅓ cup Brown Sugar
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 2 cups Water
- 1 Tablespoon Butter
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
Instructions
- Press the Saute button on the Instant Pot and add the butter and olive oil, add the onion and Saute until golden brown.
- Next, add the lean ground beef, and cook until the meat is completely done, so there’s no pink left, and the meat is well browned.
- Now the ground beef is brown you can add the minced garlic or garlic powder. Mix well, and cook for 1 minute.
- Turn off the Saute setting, and add the diced tomatoes, stewed tomatoes, tomato paste, uncooked rice, green peppers, diced red bell peppers, and orange and yellow diced peppers.
- Add Italian seasoning, sweet basil, oregano, garlic salt, seasoned salt, seasoned pepper, and brown sugar stirring occasionally. Be sure all the flavors are mixed well.
- Next, pour in the chicken broth and water, and mix well.
- Place the Instant Pot lid on and lock it into place, ensuring the vent is closed. Press the Manual button on your Instant pot or Pressure Cook button for 10 minutes on High pressure. Your soup will take time to come to pressure.
- Once the Instant Pot beeps to signal it’s finished cooking do a quick release by gently turning the pressure valve from ‘SEALING’ to ‘VENTING’, and release the pressure.
- Serve immediately after the quick release or leave the soup in the instant pot keep warm setting, if you plan to eat later.
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Saving this recipe! sound amazing
awesome! Enjoy!
Definitely on my list to make during these cold New England winters
what is measure for "packet of rice"
1 cup
Can this be made as a prep meal and, if so, how long can it be stored in the fridge.