Description
When life gets hectic, finding a meal that’s both nutritious and easy can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. That’s where my Stuffed Bell Peppers with Turkey come in! These vibrant, flavor-packed peppers offer a delightful solution for busy days when you want something hearty and healthy. With only a handful of ingredients, it’s a recipe that allows you to savor a comforting dish without endless hours in the kitchen. Trust me, your family will appreciate the effort, and you’ll find joy in sharing this delicious meal around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Bell peppers (Any color: red, yellow, green, or orange)
- 1 pound Ground turkey (Lean meat providing protein)
- 1 cup Cooked rice (White or brown rice adds texture)
- 1 small Onion (Finely chopped for flavor)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced for aroma and flavor)
- 1 can Diced tomatoes (14.5 oz, drained for moisture)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (Enhances overall taste)
- to taste Salt (Essential for flavor)
- to taste Pepper (Essential for flavor)
- 1 cup Shredded cheese (Cheddar or mozzarella for topping)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (For sautéing the filling)
- to taste Fresh parsley (Chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes. Brush the outside with olive oil and place upright in a baking dish.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in cooked rice, drained diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Fill each bell pepper with the turkey mixture, packing it down slightly. Top with shredded cheese.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and peppers are tender.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Feel free to use any color of bell peppers based on your preference.
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or beef if desired.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- For a spicy kick, add some crushed red pepper flakes to the filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg