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Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Turkey made easy!

A delicious and easy recipe for stuffed bell peppers filled with ground turkey, rice, and cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 4 large bell peppers any color
  • 1 cup cooked rice white or brown
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes canned or fresh
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or mozzarella
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Lightly brush the outside of the peppers with olive oil and place them upright in a baking dish.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, chili powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Spoon the turkey mixture into each bell pepper, packing it tightly. Top each pepper with shredded cheese.
  7. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the peppers are tender.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the turkey mixture.
  • Substitute quinoa for rice for a healthier grain option or use black beans for a vegetarian version.

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