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Sabrina Hermes

Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Turkey: A Tasty Delight!

Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Turkey is a delicious and nutritious dish that combines ground turkey, rice, and vegetables, all baked in colorful bell peppers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 4 large bell peppers any color
  • 1 cup cooked rice white or brown
  • 1 can 15 ounces diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or mozzarella
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped (optional for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Stir in the cooked rice, drained diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in half of the shredded cheese.
  7. Stuff each bell pepper with the turkey and rice mixture, packing it in gently. Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish.
  8. Top each stuffed pepper with the remaining shredded cheese.
  9. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 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 protein boost and a gluten-free option.

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