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Turkey Stuffed Peppers with Cheesy Top

Close-up of colorful Turkey Stuffed Peppers with Cheesy Top, garnished with cilantro.
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Bell peppers filled with seasoned ground turkey, rice, beans, and corn, topped with melted cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bell peppers, halved lengthwise and seeds removed
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 1/4 cups cheese
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 15 oz diced tomatoes
  • 2 1/4 cups salsa
  • 2 cups cooked and cooled rice
  • 1 cup corn
  • 15 oz black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tbsp cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Place pepper halves in a baking dish. Dice onion, mince garlic, and measure spices.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic, cook for 3 minutes. Add ground turkey and spices. Cook until turkey is browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes, 1 cup salsa, cooked rice, corn, black beans, and cilantro. Cook for 5 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  4. Divide filling evenly among pepper halves. Distribute remaining 1 1/4 cups salsa over the filling. Pour 1/2 cup water into the bottom of the baking dish.
  5. Cover dish with foil and bake for 35 minutes, until peppers are tender. Remove foil, sprinkle cheese over peppers, and bake uncovered for 5 more minutes until cheese is melted.
  6. Let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use Tillamook Sharp Cheddar for better melting and flavor.
  • Hunt’s Fire Roasted diced tomatoes add extra smokiness.
  • Cooled rice prevents the filling from becoming mushy.
  • The water in the bottom of the dish creates steam to soften peppers.
  • Serve with extra cilantro if desired.

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Keywords: Turkey Stuffed Peppers, Cheesy Stuffed Peppers, Ground Turkey Recipe, Bell Pepper Boats, Easy Dinner, Family Meal

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