Crockpot Stuffed Pepper Soup is a comforting fall dinner packed with ground beef, bell peppers, tomatoes, rice, and savory seasonings. Everything cooks together in the slow cooker for an easy, flavorful meal with classic stuffed pepper flavors.
Why This Recipe Works
- The slow cooker does most of the work.
- Ground beef, peppers, tomatoes, and rice make it hearty and filling.
- Simple seasonings create rich stuffed pepper flavor.
- It is perfect for busy weeknights and chilly fall evenings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 bell peppers, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or Parmesan, for serving
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
How to Make Crockpot Stuffed Pepper Soup
1. Brown the Beef
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
2. Add Ingredients to the Crockpot
Transfer the beef to the slow cooker. Add the diced onion, bell peppers, garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
3. Cook the Soup
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the peppers are tender and the flavors have developed.
4. Add the Rice
Stir in the uncooked rice during the last 30–40 minutes of cooking. Cover and continue cooking until the rice is tender.
5. Serve
Ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded mozzarella or Parmesan and fresh parsley. Serve hot.
Tips for the Best Crockpot Stuffed Pepper Soup
- Use a mixture of red, green, and yellow peppers for extra flavor and color.
- Brown the beef first for better texture and flavor.
- Add the rice near the end so it does not become overly soft.
- If the soup becomes too thick, stir in additional beef broth before serving.
- For a low-carb option, replace the rice with cauliflower rice and add it near the end.
Final Thoughts
Crockpot Stuffed Pepper Soup is an easy one-pot meal that delivers all the comforting flavors of classic stuffed peppers. With tender vegetables, seasoned beef, tomatoes, and rice, it is a hearty choice for a cozy fall dinner.
