Peppers don’t just add color—they add personality. These 18 recipes turn sweet, smoky, or spicy peppers into crave worthy dishes that pop with flavor and attitude. From roasted veggies to stuffed sensations and sizzling mains, each recipe proves peppers aren’t shy—they’re here to steal the show and your taste buds won’t complain.
Easy Stuffed Pepper Recipe
Stuffed peppers are like edible gift boxes—bursting with bold flavors and wrapped in vibrant color. They're hearty, satisfying, and somehow make dinner feel a little more exciting (and a lot more delicious).
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Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs
This chicken thigh dish brings serious flavor with barely any effort. Think sticky-sweet honey, a pop of lemon, and just enough black pepper to keep things interesting. It’s fast, tasty, and smells amazing while it cooks.
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Cheesy Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers
Stuffed poblano peppers with chicken, melted cheese, and a punch of Mexican spices? Yes, please. This dish has all the comfort food vibes—cheesy, savory, and just the right amount of heat—without any of the carbs or gluten.
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Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers
These slow cooker sausage and peppers are simmered in marinara sauce until they’re ridiculously tender. It’s the kind of crock pot dinner that practically cooks itself—and tastes amazing.
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Pasta Aglio Olio e Peperoncino
Aglio Olio e Peperoncino is pasta at its most flavorful. Garlic sizzled just right in olive oil, fresh basil, and fiery Calabrian chili peppers come together for a dish that’s simple but packs a punch.
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Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizza Peppers
These Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizza Peppers are a tasty, low-carb bite that brings the best of pizza in a healthier, fun form. Crisp, cheesy, and full of flavor—what’s not to love?
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Smoked Chicken Legs with Red Pepper Glaze
Smoky, sweet, and spicy—these chicken wings have it all. Plus, they’re super simple to whip up, making them the perfect go-to for a delicious meal or snack.
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Mediterranean Rice
This rice side dish is bursting with flavor from onions, peppers, fresh herbs, and lemon. It’s the one-pot wonder that takes any meal to the next level—quick, easy, and totally delicious.
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Sausage and Peppers
Smoky sausage and vibrant bell peppers come together in this super easy recipe that’s as delicious as it is satisfying. Serve it in a bun, and you’ve got a sandwich that’ll have everyone asking for seconds.
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Red Pepper & Tomato Soup
Soups can be simple, and this vegetarian Red Pepper & Tomato Soup proves it! Roasting the veggies gives it that deep, simmered-all-day flavor, and the creamy finish makes it feel like a cozy treat every time.
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Turkey & Peppers
Every time I make this dish, I’m reminded just how simple and delicious it is. It’s a great reminder that you don’t need anything fancy to create something amazing!
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Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill Grilled Sausage & Peppers
I’m obsessed with my Ninja Woodfire Grill—easy meals without the full-size grill hassle! For this Sausage & Peppers recipe, I’m skipping the smoke feature since the sausages have so much flavor already. With Barese sausage in perfectly sized coils, they’re ready to go right into a bun! Preheat your Ninja and let’s get cooking!
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Pepper Gravy
Our pepper gravy is a perfect blend of rich, creamy texture and bold pepper flavor. It’s the ultimate topping for biscuits, fried chicken, mashed potatoes, and roast beef. Plus, with only five ingredients, it’s super easy to whip up!
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Ginger Ground Beef Stir
This Ginger Ground Beef Stir Fry is a flavor-packed dish with the perfect mix of textures. Tender ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, aromatic garlic, and a special kick from ginger come together for a stir-fry that’s simply irresistible.
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Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers
These stuffed peppers are your ticket to a tasty culinary adventure. Stuffed with seasoned ground turkey, fragrant herbs, and wholesome grains, they’re a weeknight dinner that’s as flavorful as it is impressive.
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Sauteed cabbage with peppers
This Russian sautéed cabbage is simmered in a smoky onion, tomato, and pepper sauce until it’s silky, glistening, and totally melt-in-your-mouth delicious. A simple, yet unforgettable side!
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Roasted lemon potatoes, broccoli and peppers
These roasted lemon potatoes, broccoli, and bell peppers are golden with a dash of turmeric and perfectly fragrant from the lingering dry summer herbs. It’s the perfect side to wrap up summer on a flavorful note!
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Roasted Red Pepper and Ricotta Frittata
This frittata brings together roasted red peppers, spinach, garlic, eggs, and ricotta cheese for a flavorful, low-carb breakfast. Baked in an ovenproof skillet, it’s a satisfying meal with only 3 net carbs per serving—perfect for meal prep or a special brunch!
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