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Whether they’re stuffed, sautéed, or stirred into soups, pasta or casseroles, colorful bell peppers shine in every dish. That’s why we’ve rounded up our best bell pepper dinner recipes that can be made in 3 Steps or 30 minutes or less. Favorites like our Honey-Mustard Chicken with Zucchini and Kung Pao Chicken with Bell Peppers make it easy to put red, orange, yellow and green bell peppers on the table in no time.

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Honey-Mustard Chicken with Zucchini

Sweet, tangy honey-mustard dressing does double duty in this easy sheet-pan dinner, coating the chicken before broiling and serving as a simple finishing sauce. Tender chicken thighs roast alongside zucchini and bell pepper for a complete meal with minimal cleanup.

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Kung Pao Chicken with Bell Peppers

Here’s an easy chicken recipe you’ll definitely want to add to your dinner repertoire. A quick marinade tenderizes the chicken and infuses flavor into this stir-fry. Adding a little oil to finish the marinade coats the chicken and helps keep it from sticking to the pan.

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Roasted Tomato, Eggplant & Orzo Casserole

Roasting the vegetables at a high temperature gives this hearty vegetarian casserole deep, caramelized flavor with minimal effort. Whole-wheat orzo cooks directly in the baking dish, soaking up the savory broth for a comforting one-pan dinner finished with creamy feta and fresh basil.

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Black Bean Fajita Salad

This Black Bean Fajita Salad delivers the bold, zesty flavors of fajitas in a fresh, no-cook format. A quick lime-spiked marinade infuses the black beans and peppers, while crisp greens and crunchy tortilla chips add texture. It comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an easy option for lunch or a light dinner.

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Cheesy Ground Beef & Rice Casserole

This cheesy ground beef and rice casserole is a comforting one-skillet meal packed with bell peppers, onion and provolone. Ready in under an hour, it’s perfect for weeknights. Using microwavable brown rice helps cut down on prep time, making this a weeknight dinner winner.

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Ground Turkey Fajita Bowls

This ground turkey rice bowl is a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Lean ground turkey is cooked with savory seasonings like chili powder, cumin and oregano before being tossed with pico de gallo. The mixture pairs well with brown rice and sautéed onions and peppers to create a hearty dinner.

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High-Protein Enchilada Skillet

This black bean and tofu enchilada skillet is a one-pan meal packed with plant-based protein. Crumbled tofu soaks up the sauce, while corn tortillas soften into it for a rich, satisfying filling. Black beans provide protein and fiber, and a sprinkle of cheese on top adds melty goodness to every bite. Quick and nutritious, this skillet meal is perfect for your next weeknight dinner.

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Fajita-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

These fajita-stuffed portobello mushrooms are the mash-up you’ve been waiting for! This flavorful vegetarian dish fills roasted portobello mushroom caps with fajita-style veggies and black beans, giving them a boost of fiber and protein. Top it off with melted cheese and Greek-style yogurt for a satisfying dinner.

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High-Protein Ground Beef & Sweet Potato Skillet

This ground beef and sweet potato skillet is a fast, hearty meal made with just five simple ingredients (not counting oil, salt and pepper) for a flavorful one-pan dinner. The sweet potatoes cook until tender, soaking up the savory flavors from the beef and veggies. With no complicated prep or cleanup, it’s a satisfying and stress-free option for any night of the week.

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Honey-Mustard Bean Salad

This honey-mustard bean salad is the perfect combination of sweet, tangy and downright delicious flavors. Creamy cannellini beans and hearty chickpeas create the ideal base to soak up the zesty honey-mustard dressing. If you don’t have cannellini beans or chickpeas on hand, black beans, kidney beans or even pinto beans work well, offering flexibility to suit your pantry. Serve this salad as a light main course with crusty bread or alongside grilled chicken, salmon or tofu for a heartier meal.

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Roasted Veggies with Halloumi & Chickpeas

This sheet-pan halloumi, chickpea and veggie recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner with easy cleanup. Chickpeas and halloumi provide protein to make this dish filling and satisfying. Roasting everything on the same sheet pan creates crispy, caramelized bites that meld beautifully with the creamy yogurt spread underneath.

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Veggie Fajitas

These veggie fajitas are packed with sweet bell pepper and red onion. Creamy avocado and warm tortillas complete the meal. The veggies alone make a great meal-prep recipe to have on hand. Serve them over rice, or heat them up over tortilla chips topped with melting cheese. To get a little char on your tortillas, place them over a medium gas flame and cook until darkened in spots, flipping once. Place on a plate and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm.

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Sheet-Pan Sausage & Peppers

This easy meal is bound to become a regular in your dinner rotation. It’s super simple, comes together quickly and requires just one pan.

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Quinoa Salad with Feta, Olives & Tomatoes

This quinoa salad, which takes loose inspiration from a Greek salad, is flavorful and filling. Broiling the olives along with the other vegetables softens their flavor and adds a smoky background note. A garnish of basil brightens the dish.

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