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Deconstructed Stuffed Peppers Skillet

Deconstructed Stuffed Peppers Skillet

  • Author: EMMA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x
  • Category: Dinner, One-Pot Meals
  • Cuisine: American / Comfort Food

Description

This Deconstructed Stuffed Peppers Skillet delivers all the classic flavors of stuffed peppers juicy ground turkey, sweet bell peppers, tender rice, and savory marinara without the hassle. Everything cooks together in one skillet, making it a cozy, weeknight-friendly meal with minimal cleanup.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 4 large bell peppers (cut into 1-2 inch pieces)
  • 1 1/2 cups white rice (or brown rice)
  • 24 ounces Rao’s marinara sauce (or similar)
  • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • Avocado oil (for frying)
  • Fresh parsley (chopped (optional, for garnish))
  • Sour cream (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat a large deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of avocado oil.
  2. Add the ground turkey and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it into small pieces. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
  3. Add more oil to the skillet. Add bell peppers and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly charred.
  4. Return turkey to the skillet. Stir in rice, marinara sauce, and chicken broth.
  5. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer:
  6. 12–15 minutes for white rice
  7. 30–40 minutes for brown rice
  8. Stir before serving. Garnish with parsley and sour cream, if desired.


Notes

  • Use a mix of colored peppers for a sweeter, more vibrant dish.
  • For a low-carb version, substitute cauliflower rice and reduce broth.
  • This dish freezes well for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 355