Yummy Spicy Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

Name: Yummy Spicy Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 -8 bell peppers (pretty when using both red and green peppers); 1 onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped; 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine; 1 tablespoon fresh sage, minced; 1/2 tablespoon fresh basil, minced; 1 lb ground turkey; 2 tablespoons chili powder (if you don't want it quite as spicy use only 1 tablespoon); 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (I use Hersey's); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup cooked brown rice; 1 cup frozen peas, thawed; 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed; 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated; 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce

Servings: persons

6 -8 bell peppers (pretty when using both red and green peppers)
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 tablespoon fresh sage, minced
1/2 tablespoon fresh basil, minced
1 lb ground turkey
2 tablespoons chili powder (if you don't want it quite as spicy use only 1 tablespoon)
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (I use Hersey's)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup cooked brown rice
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce

1
Preheat oven to 375u00b0F.
2
Wash peppers, cut off tops and remove seeds, cores and membranes.
3
Melt butter or margarine in large skillet over medium low heat. Add onion, garlic and jalapeno. Saute over medium low heat, stirring for 10 minutes or until tender.
4
Add turkey, herbs, chili powder, cocoa powder and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally 10 minutes or until turkey browns. Remove from heat.
5
Stir in brown rice, corn, peas and 1/2 cup of the cheese.
6
Pour tomato sauce in bottom of 9 x 13-inch pan.
7
Spoon turkey mixture into peppers and place in pan. Sprinkle with cheese.
8
Bake 45-60 minutes or until done.

780

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 -8 bell peppers (pretty when using both red and green peppers), 1 onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Yummy Spicy Turkey Stuffed Bell 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Yummy Spicy Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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