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Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers

Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers

Delicious Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers are a healthy and vibrant dish everyone loves.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • ¾ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional spices: oregano, basil, chili powder

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Skillet
  • nonstick spray

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Trim their bottoms if needed to stand upright.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned. Stir in cooked rice, diced tomatoes, salt, pepper, and any optional spices until well combined.
  5. Stuff each pepper generously with the turkey mixture and place them upright in the baking dish.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for about 30 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 24gFat: 15g

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different cheeses or substitute the ground turkey for chicken or beef. These stuffed peppers can also be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge before baking.

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