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Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Turkey and Rice

A hearty and satisfying dish featuring bright bell peppers filled with a savory mixture of ground turkey and rice, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Stuffing ingredients
  • 1 pound ground turkey Lean ground turkey preferred
  • 1 cup cooked rice Can use white or brown rice
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz can is ideal
  • 1 small onion Diced
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper To taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Optional, for topping
Bell peppers
  • 4 large bell peppers Any color preferred

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Rinse the bell peppers, slice off the tops, and remove the seeds and membranes.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, add cooking oil and sauté the diced onion for about 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned, typically around 7-10 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  5. Once the turkey is cooked through, mix in the cooked rice and diced tomatoes. Stir and let the flavors meld for about 5 minutes.
  6. Carefully fill each bell pepper with the turkey and rice mixture, pressing down gently to pack in the filling.
  7. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for 30 minutes. If using cheese, remove the foil for the last 10 minutes of baking.
  8. Once done, allow the peppers to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

You can swap ground turkey for ground chicken or beef, or use quinoa instead of rice for a nutritious twist. Cook rice ahead of time using leftovers for convenience.