Description
Stuffed Pepper Casserole is a vibrant and delicious one-pan meal that brings together colorful bell peppers, savory ground turkey, and aromatic spices, all topped with gooey melted mozzarella cheese. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering a comforting dish that everyone will enjoy. With minimal prep time and easy cleanup, this casserole allows you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time with loved ones. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins to cater to your family’s tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ pound ground turkey
- 2 cups chopped bell peppers
- ½ medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup tomato salsa
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (rinsed)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, crumble and cook the ground turkey until browned.
- Add chopped bell peppers and onion; cook for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Stir in minced garlic, salt, oregano, pepper, and cumin; cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and scrape any bits off the skillet's bottom. Stir in tomato salsa.
- Rinse rice under cold water, drain well, then add to the skillet; mix thoroughly.
- Bring to a simmer, cover with a lid, and reduce heat to medium-low. Let cook for 15 to 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top; cover until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg