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One-Pan Unstuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

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This One-Pan Unstuffed Bell Peppers recipe is a delicious, easy-to-make meal that combines all the favorite flavors of stuffed peppers without the hassle of stuffing them. Ground turkey, diced bell peppers, tomatoes, and rice are cooked together in a single skillet for a hearty, comforting dish topped with melted cheddar cheese.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small diced onion
  • 2 medium diced bell peppers (any color, at least 1 red bell pepper recommended)
  • 2 cloves minced garlic

Proteins

  • 1 pound Italian seasoned ground turkey (other ground meats will work)

Tomato & Broth

  • 14 ounces canned petite diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 8 ounces canned tomato sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth

Grains & Spices

  • 1 cup instant white rice (Minute rice in the red box preferred)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Dairy

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat oil and sauté vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced onion and bell peppers. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions become soft and translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds to release its flavor.
  2. Cook ground turkey: Add the Italian seasoned ground turkey to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula or wooden spoon as it cooks. Continue cooking for 5 to 10 minutes until the turkey is thoroughly browned and no longer pink.
  3. Add liquids and rice: Stir in the undrained diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, instant white rice, salt, and red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients uniformly.
  4. Simmer until rice is cooked: Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover the skillet and reduce heat to low to let it simmer. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
  5. Finish with cheese: Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover again to allow the cheese to melt for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey with ground beef, chicken, or pork based on preference.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to control the spiciness.
  • Using instant rice reduces cooking time substantially.
  • This dish can be made in advance and reheated; just add extra broth or water when reheating if it’s too thick.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/one-pan-unstuffed-bell-peppers-recipe/