Turkey Stuffed Peppers
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4.9
Turkey Stuffed Peppers
Description
Turkey Stuffed Peppers are prepared by sautéing ground turkey with minced garlic, onion, and fresh cilantro, seasoned with garlic powder, cumin, and salt. This mixture is combined with tomato sauce and chicken broth, then simmered to meld the flavors. Cooked brown rice is mixed into the turkey filling to add body and texture. Large red bell peppers are sliced in half lengthwise and seeded, then each half is stuffed with the filling and topped with shredded cheddar cheese. Baking in a covered dish with broth underneath steams the peppers until tender while keeping the filling moist. This recipe delivers a balanced combination of mild turkey with aromatic spices, the sweetness of roasted pepper, and melty cheddar, suitable for a comforting and filling main dish. It accommodates up to six stuffed pepper halves, making it practical for family meals.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey 93% lean
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/4 medium onion (minced)
- 1 tbsp cilantro or parsley, chopped fresh
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 3 large red bell pepper washed, sweet
- 1 cup chicken broth divided, reduced sodium
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1 1/2 cups brown rice cooked
- olive oil spray form
- 6 tbsp cheddar cheese part skim, shredded
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400°F.
- Lightly spray olive oil spray in a medium nonstick skillet and heat on a medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic and cilantro and saute about 2 minutes, add ground turkey, salt, garlic powder, cumin and cook meat for 4 to 5 minutes until meat is completely cooked through.
- Add 1/4 cup of tomato sauce and 1/2 cup of chicken broth, mix well and simmer on low for about 5 minutes.
- Combine cooked rice and meat together.
- Cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise, and remove all seeds. Spoon 2/3 cup meat mixture into each pepper half and place in a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Top each with 1 tbsp cheese.
- Pour the remainder of the chicken broth on the bottom of the pan. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for about 45 minutes, until peppers are tender.
- Carefully remove the foil and serve right away.
Notes
- Check labels on ingredients to ensure the dish is gluten-free if needed.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 221 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/2 pepper | |
| Calories | 221kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 61mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 248mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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