Slow Cooker Turkey Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Name: Slow Cooker Turkey Stuffed Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium sweet yellow or orange peppers; 2 medium sweet red peppers; 2 medium green peppers; 1 pound lean ground turkey; 1 small red onion, finely chopped; 1 small zucchini, shredded; 2 cups cooked brown rice; 1 jar (16 ounces) spaghetti sauce, divided; 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 medium sweet yellow or orange peppers
2 medium sweet red peppers
2 medium green peppers
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 small zucchini, shredded
2 cups cooked brown rice
1 jar (16 ounces) spaghetti sauce, divided
1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

1
Cut tops from peppers and remove seeds. Finely chop enough tops to measure 1 cup for filling.
2
In a large skillet, cook turkey, onion and reserved chopped peppers over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up turkey into crumbles; drain.
3
Stir in zucchini; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Add rice, 2/3 cup spaghetti sauce, Creole seasoning and pepper.
4
Spread 1/2 cup spaghetti sauce onto the bottom of a greased 6-qt. slow cooker. Fill peppers with turkey mixture; place over sauce. Pour remaining spaghetti sauce over peppers; sprinkle with cheese.
5
Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until peppers are tender and filling is heated through.

604

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium sweet yellow or orange peppers, 2 medium sweet red peppers, 2 medium green peppers, 1 pound lean ground turkey, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Turkey Stuffed Peppers falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Slow Cooker Turkey Stuffed Peppers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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