Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup
A cozy bowl of comfort, this Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup is a delightful blend of hearty ingredients, vibrant colors, and comforting flavors, perfect for chilly nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free grains)
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground protein (beef, turkey, or plant-based)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 bell peppers, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup rice or quinoa (optional)
- 2 teaspoons Italian herbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced onion and minced garlic until they’re fragrant and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Brown the meat: If using meat, brown the ground protein in the same skillet until it’s fully cooked.
- Combine ingredients in the slow cooker: Add the sautéed onion and garlic, diced bell peppers, browned meat, diced tomatoes, broth, corn, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Cook low and slow: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Prepare the rice or quinoa: Cook it separately according to package directions.
- Final touches: Stir in the cooked rice or quinoa if using, and adjust seasoning before serving warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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