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Easy Savory Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe with Ground Turkey and Rice

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A quick and easy dinner recipe featuring bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of ground turkey, rice, and aromatic spices. Perfect for busy weeknights and family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers (any color, preferably red, yellow, or orange)
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 cup cooked long-grain white rice
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup canned tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • A handful fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off each bell pepper and remove seeds and membranes. Rinse and pat dry.
  3. Cook rice if not pre-cooked: Boil 1½ cups water, add 1 cup rice, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let sit covered for 5 minutes.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  5. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  6. Add ground turkey to skillet, break up with a spoon, and cook until no longer pink (7-8 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  7. Stir in tomato sauce and cooked rice. Cook for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors and reduce moisture. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Stuff each bell pepper with the turkey and rice mixture, packing gently but not overfilling. Place upright in a baking dish.
  9. Cover dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  10. Remove foil, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top if using, and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is golden and peppers are tender.
  11. Let peppers cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve.

Notes

Cook rice separately to keep it fluffy and avoid mushy texture. If peppers don’t stand upright, trim the bottoms slightly to level. Resting the peppers after baking helps the filling set and flavors meld. For a smoky flavor, roast peppers for 5 minutes before stuffing. Use day-old rice or freshly cooked and cooled rice for best results.

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Keywords: stuffed bell peppers, ground turkey, easy dinner, healthy recipe, weeknight meal, savory stuffed peppers, gluten-free, low-fat

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