Basmati Rice and Turkey Stuffed Peppers

Basmati Rice and Turkey Stuffed Peppers
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 5 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    33

Delight in the vibrant flavors of these stuffed peppers, a symphony of savory ground turkey, fragrant basmati rice, and a medley of aromatic herbs and spices. Baked to perfection, these peppers offer a nutritious and satisfying meal that's both comforting and delicious.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    19 g
  • Cholesterol
    50 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    16 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    375 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a saucepan, bring water and rice to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. (45-50 minutes). Keep covered and set aside.

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Recipe View Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

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Recipe View Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, parsley, and garlic; cook for 2 minutes, until fragrant. Add ground turkey, salt, and garlic powder. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until turkey is no longer pink and lightly browned (about 5 minutes). Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth and tomato sauce; bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.

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Recipe View Stir in cooked rice until well combined.

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Recipe View Fill each bell pepper half generously with the rice and turkey mixture. Arrange evenly in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle each stuffed pepper with shredded Cheddar cheese. Pour the remaining 1/2 cup chicken broth into the bottom of the baking dish and cover tightly with aluminum foil.

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Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake until cheese is melted and lightly browned, about 5 minutes more. Serve hot.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the turkey mixture.
Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese, such as mozzarella or Monterey Jack.
If you don't have fresh parsley, dried parsley can be substituted (use about 1 tablespoon).
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 11 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Dangelo Metz

    So easy to follow and the peppers were bursting with flavor. Will definitely make again!

  • Cleve Moore

    This recipe is a game-changer! My kids actually asked for seconds.

  • Yazmin Beer

    I added a can of diced tomatoes to the turkey mixture for extra moisture, and it turned out amazing!

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