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How Long to Cook Stuffed Bell Peppers (Beef & Rice) in the instant pot

Specification: 4 medium bell peppers stuffed with seasoned ground beef and cooked rice

Target Temp
Heat Waves
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
Pressure Level
Total Time
Clock Time
9–10 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
Flip Action
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
Thermometer Probe
160°F (71°C)
USDA Safe Pull
Release: quick release (9 min pressure + 5 min release)
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

1
Preheat & Prep

Add stuffed bell peppers (beef & rice) (4 medium bell peppers stuffed with seasoned ground beef and cooked rice) to the Instant Pot inner pot. Seal the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Select High Pressure (239°F / 115°C) for 9–10 mins.

2
Pressure Cook

Cook at High Pressure (239°F / 115°C) for 9–10 mins. Use quick release.

3
Check & Rest

Peppers are tender-cooked without collapsing and filling reaches 160°F After quick release, carefully open the lid away from you. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

Instant Brands Entree Timetable & USDA FSIS Ground Beef Guidelines

Pro Tip: Rest peppers upright on the steam trivet above cooking liquid to steam cleanly without skins becoming soggy in bottom broth.

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