Turkey and Black Bean Stuffed Bell Peppers
Colorful bell peppers filled with seasoned ground turkey, black beans, corn, and melted cheese. These protein-packed stuffed peppers are a wholesome, satisfying dinner with 35g of protein and only 380 calories per serving.
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Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers (any color), tops cut off and seeded
- 1 pound lean ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven and prep peppers
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off the bell peppers, remove seeds and membranes. Place peppers upright in a baking dish and set aside.
- 2
Cook the turkey mixture
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes.
- 3
Season and combine filling
Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and brown rice. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through and well combined.
- 4
Stuff the peppers
Spoon the turkey and bean mixture evenly into each bell pepper, packing it gently. Top each pepper with shredded cheese.
- 5
Bake
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the peppers are tender.
- 6
Garnish and serve
Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt or salsa if desired.
Chef's Tips
You can prep these peppers ahead of time and refrigerate before baking — just add 5-10 minutes to the cook time. For a lower-carb version, skip the brown rice and add extra beans. Leftovers reheat beautifully in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about making this turkey and black bean stuffed bell peppers
How long does it take to make Turkey and Black Bean Stuffed Bell Peppers?
The listed total time is 45 minutes. Prep time is 15 minutes and cooking time is 30 minutes. Follow the instructions for any resting or chilling steps.
How many servings does this Turkey and Black Bean Stuffed Bell Peppers recipe make?
This recipe yields 4 servings.
What is the difficulty level of this Turkey and Black Bean Stuffed Bell Peppers recipe?
The listed difficulty level is easy.