Inside Out Turkey Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this hearty and wholesome Inside Out Turkey Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole! Bursting with vibrant flavors, this one-pan wonder takes the classic stuffed bell pepper concept and simplifies it into an easy-to-make, layered dish featuring tender ground turkey, colorful diced bell peppers, aromatic garlic and onion, savory tomato sauce, and perfectly cooked rice. Topped with gooey melted mozzarella cheese, this casserole offers comfort food satisfaction with a healthy twist. Ready in under an hour, it’s a perfect meal for busy families or meal prep enthusiasts. Plus, it’s packed with protein and loaded with veggies, making it a nutritious crowd-pleaser that reheats beautifully. Serve it solo or with a crisp side salad for a complete and balanced dinner!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground turkey
• 3 medium Bell peppers (mixed colors, diced)
• 1 medium Onion (diced)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 cups Cooked white or brown rice
• 1 can (15 ounces) Tomato sauce (unsalted)
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) Diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1 cup Chicken broth (low-sodium)
• 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 6

Season the turkey mixture with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir well.

Step 7

Add diced bell peppers to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 8

Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Mix well and allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir until fully combined with the turkey and vegetable mixture.

Step 10

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with olive oil or non-stick cooking spray.

Step 11

Transfer the turkey and rice mixture to the prepared dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 12

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 13

Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 14

Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Step 15

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2257.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2262.2

Total Fat 100.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 442.4mg	0%
Sodium 4030.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.8g	0%
Total Sugars 37.2g
Protein 150.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1399.3mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 2103.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.5%

Protein: 27.0%

Carbs: 32.5%