Easy Stuffed Pepper Soup (Gluten Free, One Pot)

If you love classic stuffed peppers, you're going to fall in love with this warm, comforting Stuffed Pepper Soup. It has all the flavors of traditional stuffed peppers -sweet bell peppers, savory ground sausage, tomatoes, and rice, but turned into an easy, cozy soup that comes together in just one pot. This recipe is naturally gluten free, full of protein, and perfect for a simple weeknight dinner the whole family will enjoy.

Why You'll Love This Stuffed Pepper Soup

• One-Pot Meal: Minimal cleanup!
• Naturally Gluten Free: Made with simple, wholesome ingredients.
• Budget-Friendly: Uses everyday staples and affordable proteins.
• Family-Friendly: Mild, hearty, and customizable.
• Meal Prep Approved: Stays delicious for days and freezes great!

About this Recipe

This Stuffed Pepper Soup is actually an adaptation of my popular Unstuffed Pepper Skillet recipe. I took all the flavors you all love and transformed them into a warm, cozy soup perfect for cooler weather. While the skillet version is great for quick weeknight meals, this soup adds that extra comfort factor with a additonal broth and slow simmered flavor. If you've made my unstuffed pepper skillet before, you'll love this soup version just as much!

Looking for more gluten free soup recipes? Don't miss my Loaded Potato Soup (Gluten Free and Dairy Free) and Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup (Slow Cooker and Instant Pot)

Ingredients You'll Need

• 1 lb ground sausage; feel free to swap ground beef or ground turkey.
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 bell peppers (any color), diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional: shredded cheese for topping (if not dairy-free) and chopped fresh parsley

How to Make Stuffed Pepper Soup

1. Brown the Meat

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.

2. Add the Vegetables

Stir in the diced onion, bell peppers, and garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften. This step helps build the deep flavor that makes stuffed pepper soup so comforting.

3. Add Broth and Tomatoes

Pour in the broth, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Stir well to combine. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

4. Simmer the Soup

Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes. This allows the peppers to soften fully and the flavors to blend together.

5. Add the Rice

Stir in the cooked rice right before serving. This keeps the rice from absorbing too much liquid and prevents the soup from becoming overly thick.

6. Serve and Enjoy

Ladle the soup into bowls and top with fresh parsley or shredded cheese if desired.

Serve this soup with gluten free baguette slices, my homemade Brazilian cheese bread or my easy gluten free cornbread recipe made from scratch.

Can Stuffed Pepper Soup Be Made in the Crockpot?

It sure can! Here are Slow Cooker Instructions for Stuffed Pepper Soup

1. Brown the meat first:
   In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Add ingredients to the slow cooker and Stir everything together to fully combine.
3. Cook on low 6-7 hours or high 3-4 hours.
4. Add the rice at the end:
   Stir in the cooked rice during the last 10-15 minutes of cooking. This keeps it from absorbing too much liquid or getting mushy.

Tips for the Best Stuffed Pepper Soup

• Add rice only when serving to prevent it from getting mushy.
• Swap lean ground beef, or turkey for a lighter version.
• If you want a thicker soup, let it simmer a bit longer to reduce.
• Stir in a little cream or coconut milk for a creamy variation.

This hearty Stuffed Pepper Soup is everything you want in a quick, comforting dinner. It's flavorful, nourishing, easy to make, and perfect for busy weeknights on cool weather evenings. With simple ingredients and classic stuffed pepper flavor, it's a recipe you'll want to keep on repeat all year long.

Have you tried this recipe? Be sure to leave a comment below, and tag me on Instagram @thrivingglutenfree so I can see how it turned out!