15 Pepper Recipes That Bring the Heat and Put the “Wow” in Every Bite

Peppers are tiny, but these 15 recipes prove they are flavor giants. From fiery stuffed peppers to sizzling skillet creations, every dish packs bold heat, crunch, and a punch of personality. Your taste buds are in for a wild ride as these peppers bring spice, color, and flair to your plate. Get ready to turn ordinary meals into hot, memorable bites that might even make your stovetop sweat.

Easy Stuffed Pepper Recipe

Looking for a dish that’s both comforting and full of flavor? Stuffed peppers have it all—bright colors and hearty fillings that make for a satisfying meal everyone will enjoy.
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Cheesy Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Poblano peppers stuffed with chicken and cheese. — Cheesy Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Packed with melted cheese, black beans, and Mexican spices, these chicken stuffed poblano peppers are your new go-to comfort food. Bonus: they’re gluten-free and low-carb, without skimping on flavor!
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Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers

A crock pot full of sausage, peppers, and marinara sauce. — Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

With sausage and peppers slowly simmered in marinara sauce, this easy slow cooker recipe brings a cozy, flavorful dinner that’s impossible to resist!
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Smoked Chicken Legs with Red Pepper Glaze

With the smoky flavor and a deliciously sweet and spicy glaze, these chicken wings are seriously tasty! And the best part? They’re way easier to make than you might imagine!
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Sausage and Peppers

Smoky sausage meets sweet bell peppers in this easy grilled recipe, making for a quick and delicious meal. Pile it into buns, and you've got a sandwich that’s sure to please!
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Red Pepper & Tomato Soup

A bowl of red pepper and tomato soup next to a plate of bread and a spoon. — Red Pepper & Tomato Soup. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

This vegetarian Red Pepper & Tomato Soup is the perfect mix of easy and flavorful. Roasting the veggies adds depth, giving you a creamy, luxurious soup that tastes like it’s been simmering all day.
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Turkey & Peppers

Italian turkey and peppers in a red bowl. — Turkey & Peppers. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

I always find myself saying the same thing when I make this dish: it’s so easy, yet so tasty. A great reminder that simple food can be just as delicious as anything fancy!
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Sauteed cabbage with peppers

A plate with mashed potatoes and meat on it. — Sauteed cabbage with peppers. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Tender Russian sautéed cabbage, bathed in a smoky onion, tomato, and pepper sauce, becomes silky and glistening—melt-in-your-mouth goodness that’s hard to beat!
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Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers

One stuffed pepper on platewith pot in background. — Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

These colorful stuffed peppers are a culinary adventure in every bite. Filled with flavorful ground turkey, aromatic herbs, and hearty grains, they make for a weeknight dinner that’s as impressive as it is delicious.
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Roasted lemon potatoes, broccoli and peppers

Roasted lemon potatoes, broccoli, and bell peppers are beautifully golden from a dash of turmeric, with a fragrant finish from the last whispers of summer herbs.
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Roasted Red Pepper and Ricotta Frittata

A slice of frittata on a plate. — Roasted Red Pepper and Ricotta Frittata. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

Roasted red peppers, spinach, garlic, eggs, and ricotta cheese come together in this low-carb frittata. With only 3 net carbs per serving, it’s a simple yet satisfying dish that's ideal for meal prep or a special brunch.
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Creamy Vegan Red Pepper Pasta

Tonight’s dinner can be both comforting and nutritious. Picture a plate of pasta smothered in a rich, vibrant roasted red pepper sauce that’s surprisingly creamy, all thanks to cashews. This vegan pasta dish is filling, flavorful, and sure to satisfy!
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Copycat Maggiano’s Little Italy Sausage & Peppers

If you're longing for a taste of Italy, this copycat recipe for Maggiano’s Little Italy Sausage & Peppers is the answer. It’s packed with rich Italian flavors and can be served as a delicious appetizer or with pasta or polenta for a complete meal!
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Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers with Chicken

Bell peppers stuffed with chicken, feta, quinoa, and vegetables in an oval-shaped white baking dish. — Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers with Chicken. Photo credit: fANNEtastic food.

Bring the taste of the Mediterranean to your dinner table with this easy weeknight dish! Bell peppers are stuffed with shredded chicken, feta, chickpeas, olives, tomatoes, and other tasty ingredients, then baked to perfection for a satisfying meal.
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Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole

No need for stuffing veggies with this Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole! It’s an easy, one-pot meal that’s ready in 45 minutes and packed with flavor, making it a simple yet satisfying dinner for the whole family.
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