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Easy Flavor-Packed Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers Recipe for Quick Dinner

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A quick and easy recipe for ground turkey stuffed bell peppers that are flavorful, hearty, and perfect for weeknight dinners. This dish combines savory turkey, rice, and spices baked inside tender bell peppers topped with melted cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 pound ground turkey (lean but not extra-lean)
  • 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes (240 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar, about 50 g)
  • A handful fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice off the tops of the bell peppers and carefully remove seeds and membranes. Set aside the tops for another use or chop finely to mix into the filling.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  4. Add ground turkey to the skillet. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned and no longer pink. Season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and oregano.
  5. Stir in tomato paste and crushed tomatoes. Simmer for 5 minutes to thicken and meld flavors.
  6. Add cooked rice to the skillet and mix thoroughly to coat every grain with the mixture.
  7. Spoon the turkey mixture into each hollowed pepper, pressing gently to pack but not overstuff.
  8. Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish. Drizzle a little olive oil over the tops.
  9. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella or cheddar evenly over each pepper.
  10. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until peppers are tender and cheese is golden and bubbly.
  11. Remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley or basil, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

If peppers brown too fast but are still firm, tent loosely with foil halfway through baking to avoid burning. Use cooked rice, not raw, to avoid crunchy texture. Rest peppers for 5 minutes after baking to let juices settle. For gluten-free, ensure tomato paste and spices have no additives. Swap rice for quinoa or cauliflower rice for low-carb. Omit cheese or use dairy-free cheese for dairy-free version.

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Keywords: stuffed peppers, ground turkey, quick dinner, easy recipe, healthy dinner, weeknight meal, baked peppers

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