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Instant Pot Stuffed Peppers

Author: Brandy O'Neill - Nutmeg Nanny
Using the Instant Pot makes these stuffed peppers a breeze! Full of spices, fluffy rice, and topped with gooey cheese, these Instant Pot stuffed peppers will be a new family favorite.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Natural Release Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup water
  • 2 cups cooked and cooled white rice
  • 1 10-ounce can diced tomatoes (Rotel)
  • 1-1/2 cups shredded cheese divided
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons ground chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 large bell peppers seeds and stems removed

Instructions

  • Add the trivet insert to the Instant Pot and pour the water into the Instant Pot. 
  • In a large bowl, stir together the diced tomatoes, 1 cup shredded cheese, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  • Stuff each of the peppers with ¼ of the rice mixture. 
  • Place the peppers in the Instant Pot, making sure they stand upright so the filling doesn’t spill out.
  • Divide the remaining ½ cup of cheese over the top of the peppers. 
  • Attach the lid and ensure the valve is in the sealing position.
  • Cook on Pressure Cook-High for 10 minutes.
  • Then allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes.
  • Switch the valve to venting and allow any additional pressure to release. 
  • Serve the peppers garnished with chopped cilantro or parsley.
  • Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 469mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g
Keyword instant pot peppers, instant pot recipes, rice stuffed bell peppers, stuffed bell peppers, vegetarian stuffed peppers
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