Making Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers is simple when you follow these organized steps:

1. Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to preheat while you prepare the peppers.
2. Prepare the Peppers: Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Place them upright in a baking dish.
3. Cook the Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened.
4. Add the Meat: Add the ground beef (or turkey/chicken) to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
5. Mix Ingredients: Stir in the cooked rice, drained diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined. Remove from heat.
6. Stuff the Peppers: Spoon the meat and rice mixture into each bell pepper, packing it down lightly.
7. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously over each stuffed pepper.
8. Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
9. Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven. Let cool slightly before garnishing with fresh herbs.
10. Enjoy: Serve hot and savor the deliciousness of your Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers!