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Savory Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Turkey

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A quick, healthy, and flavorful dinner recipe featuring juicy bell peppers stuffed with seasoned ground turkey, rice, and veggies, topped with melty cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers (any color, typically red and yellow)
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey (93% lean preferred)
  • 1 cup cooked white or brown rice (about 190g)
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese (optional)
  • A handful fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the tops off each bell pepper and carefully remove seeds and membranes. Trim bottoms slightly if peppers don’t stand upright. Place peppers in a baking dish.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add ground turkey, crumble and cook until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and oregano.
  6. Stir in drained diced tomatoes and cooked rice. Warm through for 2-3 minutes and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Spoon the turkey mixture into each bell pepper, filling generously but not packing tightly.
  8. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over each stuffed pepper if using.
  9. Cover the dish loosely with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  10. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is bubbly and browned.
  11. Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley or basil, and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use leftover or day-old rice to avoid soggy filling. Don’t overstuff peppers to prevent overflow and burning. Cover with foil while baking to trap steam and keep peppers tender. For softer peppers, pre-cook by boiling or sautéing for 5 minutes before stuffing. Add a splash of chicken broth or tomato sauce to the baking dish for extra moisture. Cheese topping is optional but recommended for melty, golden finish. Adapt with lentils or quinoa for vegetarian version, or add jalapeños for spice.

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Keywords: stuffed bell peppers, ground turkey, healthy dinner, quick recipe, easy dinner, gluten-free, low-carb, dairy-free option

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