If you love cheeseburgers but want a lighter, low-carb alternative, these Mushroom BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Peppers are the perfect solution! Juicy ground beef, smoky bacon, savory mushrooms, and gooey cheese are all packed into sweet bell peppers and baked to perfection. Topped with a drizzle of BBQ sauce, these stuffed peppers are bursting with grilled burger flavor in every bite!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Low-Carb & High-Protein – All the flavors of a cheeseburger without the bun.
✔️ Packed with Flavor – Bacon, mushrooms, BBQ sauce, and melty cheese make every bite delicious.
✔️ Easy to Make – Simple ingredients and minimal prep.
✔️ Customizable – Use different cheeses, meats, or add toppings!
Ingredients for Mushroom BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Peppers
For the Stuffed Peppers:
- Bell peppers – 4 large (any color)
- Ground beef – 1 lb (or ground turkey for a leaner option)
- Bacon – 6 slices, cooked and crumbled
- Mushrooms – 1 cup, finely chopped
- Onion – 1 small, diced
- Garlic – 2 cloves, minced
- Cheddar cheese – 1 1/2 cups, shredded (or mozzarella, provolone, or pepper jack)
- BBQ sauce – 1/2 cup (plus more for drizzling)
- Salt & black pepper – To taste
- Olive oil – 1 tablespoon
For Garnishing (Optional):
- Pickles – Chopped, for a burger-like flavor
- Green onions – Chopped
- Sesame seeds – For an extra burger touch