Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Turkey (30-Minute Meal)

Introduction

Stuffed bell peppers are a versatile and hearty dish that’s perfect for a quick, healthy dinner. This recipe combines ground turkey, veggies, and a flavorful sauce for a low-carb, budget-friendly meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes!

Ingredients

Here’s what you need to create this colorful and flavorful dish:

• Bell Peppers: 4 large bell peppers (any color), tops removed and seeds hollowed out.
• Filling: 1 pound ground turkey, 1 cup cooked rice (or cauliflower rice for low-carb), 1 small onion (diced), 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh), 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste.
• Optional Garnish: Fresh parsley or additional shredded cheese.

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey, diced onion, and minced garlic until the turkey is fully cooked and no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, cooked rice, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until well combined and heated through.
4. Stuff each bell pepper with the turkey and rice mixture. Place the stuffed peppers in the prepared baking dish.
5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of each stuffed pepper.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley or extra cheese, and serve warm.

Tips and Food Hack

Make these stuffed peppers even better with these tips:

• Food Hack: Microwave the bell peppers for 3 minutes before stuffing to reduce baking time.
• Switch It Up: Use ground chicken, beef, or a plant-based alternative for variety.
• Meal Prep Tip: Prepare the filling up to 2 days in advance and store it in the fridge. Stuff and bake the peppers when ready to eat.

Conclusion

These stuffed bell peppers are a colorful, healthy, and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy nights or meal prep. Packed with flavor and nutrients, they’re sure to be a hit with the whole family! Pin this recipe for easy access and stay tuned for more daily meal inspirations!