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Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers

Last updated on September 2, 2020. Originally published January 11, 2018 12 Comments

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Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers are an easy & healthy dinner recipe! Ready in 40 minutes, this hearty main dish is sure to become a family favorite!

Overhead view of Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers after baking with parsley on topThis post was sponsored by my friends at Healthy Aperture & Hodgson Mill as part of the #NewYearNewGrain2018 campaign. I was compensated for my time. As always all opinions are my own! 

Today I am partnering with my friends at Hodgson Mill & the Healthy Aperture Blogger Network to bring you this recipe for Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers! I thought you all might like some easy & nutritious dinner inspiration! 

These Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers were a major hit around here! They are an easy & healthy dinner recipe that’s ready in 40 minutes. And I don’t know about you, but even though I love spending time in the kitchen, in this phase of life {with four kids ages 6 and under}, 40 minutes is about all the time I have to get dinner on the table!

Overhead view of Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers arranged on a baking sheet with cheese sprinkled on top before baking

A goal of mine for 2018 is to try cooking with a new ingredient at least twice every month! I used to do this every week, but after our sweet kids entered the picture, I have found it much easier to stick to our tried-and-true family favorites, with a few new recipes thrown in every now and then! This time I chose to give the NEW Hodgson Mill Sorghum, Quinoa & Brown Rice  a whirl!

The Rosemary & Garlic flavor was the perfect addition to this Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers recipe! PLUS the blend of sorghum, quinoa and brown rice is gluten-free! You can find them on Amazon! 

Overhead view of a bowl of rice before being mixed into the filling for Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers

This Italian Stuffed Peppers recipe is gluten-free and could easily be made dairy-free by omitting the cheese on top {although it does make them extra delicious}!

And thanks to the Hodgson Mill Sorghum, Quinoa, & Brown rice side, these beauties are full of fiber, protein and minerals! Buh bye refined white rice! Hello delicious whole grains! 🙂

Up close side view of three Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers on the baking sheet

How to Make Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers

This recipe came out even more delicious than I could’ve imagined! The peppers were cooked to perfection, the seasonings and flavors were out-of-this-world and the texture was spot on {e.g. no soupy mess in the bottom of the pan}! So here are a few tips to ensure that you have the same success!

  1. Pre-cook the peppers. I chose to roast the peppers for 10-15 minutes in the preheated oven before filling and baking again. This seemed the easiest to me because 1) the oven was already on and 2) it gave me time to cook the filling while they were roasting. You can also microwave or parboil the peppers to precook them. Whatever you choose, just be sure that they are slightly soft, but still firm enough to hold the filling!
  2. Brown the turkey. For the best flavor and texture, be sure the turkey is completely browned before adding the liquid ingredients. You may need to add an extra glug of olive oil to aid in the browning process!
  3. Don’t over-fill. It’s likely you will have a little extra filling leftover. You can either grab an extra pepper and stuff it too, or save the filling to snack on later. Just don’t over-fill the peppers or you will end up with a mess!

Overhead view of six Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers on a baking sheet after baking

Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers: Ingredients & Substitutions

Like I said above, I absolutely adore the way this recipe turned out. So I recommend you only make substitutions with extreme caution, because I wouldn’t want the recipe to go awry for you! Here are a few possibilities.

  • Ground turkey. Ground chicken or beef can easily be substituted for the ground turkey!
  • Olive Oil. Any neutral oil can be used in this recipe! Avocado oil is another great choice!
  • Garlic/onion powder. Real garlic and onion can be used in place of the powders, however you all know I’m cooking for 4 kids so I usually opt for the powders to keep them happy! 😉
  • Diced tomatoes. I used regular diced tomatoes, but a variety with Italian seasonings or one that’s fire roasted would also be delicious!
  • Marinara sauce. Choose your favorite kind! I used a tomato and basil flavor but the sky’s the limit!
  • Mozzarella cheese. Toss in some parmesan for an extra flavor boost too!
  • Sorghum sides. I think that using the Hodgson Mill Rosemary & Garlic Sorghum Side added so much flavor and texture to this dish! If you can’t find it {remember you can order it on Amazon soon or at the Hodgson Mill Website}, 2 1/4 cups of cooked (about 1 cup uncooked) brown rice or quinoa can be substituted for the sides.

Front view of one Italian Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers on a plate with parsley and a fork

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Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers

Laura
Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers are an easy & healthy dinner recipe! Ready in 40 minutes, this hearty main dish is sure to become a family favorite! 
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 231 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 lb. 16 oz ground turkey
  • 1 TBS olive oil
  • 3 TBS Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp sea salt (or more to taste)
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup marinara sauce
  • 2 TBS high quality balsamic vinegar
  • 1 Sorghum, Quinoa & Brown Rice Side cooked
  • mozzarella cheese

Instructions
 

  • Cook the quinoa/brown rice blend according to package instructions. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Grease a baking dish and set aside.
  • Remove top, seeds and core from bell peppers.
  • Rinse, pat dry and cut in half lengthwise.
  • Place halves open side up on the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle with a dash of salt and pepper.
  • Bake 10-15 minutes in preheated oven until they just begin to become soft. Remove from oven and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder salt and pepper.
  • In a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat, add ground turkey and olive oil.
  • Sautee 10-12 minutes until turkey just begins to brown.
  • Add seasoning and continue cooking until turkey is fully browned.
  • Stir in tomatoes, marinara sauce and balsamic vinegar.
  • Turn off heat and add cooked Hodgson Mill quinoa/brown rice blend and stir until completely combined.
  • Taste filling and adjust salt/pepper/seasonings to your liking! 
  • Add about ½ cup of filling to each bell pepper half (or as much as can fit without overflowing).
  • Top each filled bell pepper with a light sprinkling of mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake peppers in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes or until the cheese is slightly browned and melted, rotating baking pan once during cooking.
  • Remove from oven and serve!

Nutrition

Calories: 231kcalCarbohydrates: 20.9gProtein: 17.1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 48.2mgSodium: 245.5mgPotassium: 364.4mgFiber: 2.3gSugar: 1.9gVitamin A: 485IUVitamin C: 241.6mgCalcium: 112mgIron: 1.6mg
Keyword ground turkey stuffed peppers, healthy stuffed peppers, italian stuffed peppers, stuffed peppers recipe
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Here are a few more delicious ground turkey recipes: 

  • These Italian Healthy Turkey Meatballs are SO good served over pasta or zoodles!
  • This Thai Slow Cooker Ground turkey is a staple recipe in our house! 
  • And these Paleo Sweet and Sour Meatballs are kid and husband approved!

Overhead view of eight Ground Turkey Italian Stuffed Peppers on a baking sheet after being baked

This post contains affiliate links, which means that if you purchase a product through a link you clicked on here, I receive a portion of the sale. Thank you for supporting JoyFoodSunshine! 

This post is sponsored by my friends at Hodgson Mill as part of the Healthy Aperture Blogger Network! Thank you for allowing me to continue creating delicious recipes for you by supporting partnerships with amazing brands that I LOVE. As always, opinions are completely my own!

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  1. Abby

    April 15, 2020 at 5:20 pm

    This recipe was so easy to make! I would add more salt and garlic next time but that’s just a personal preference. The recipe has good flavor as is, I just want it a little more savory. I’ve been trying to think of what side would pair well with it besides fresh fruit. I’m thinking roasted broccoli for next time!

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  2. Michele Vallor

    April 2, 2020 at 10:01 pm

    5 stars
    Our family enjoyed this dish! I appreciated how easy it was to make. Will definitely be serving them again.

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  3. Katy Morton

    January 27, 2020 at 7:16 pm

    5 stars
    I followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfectly. Delicious!!

    Reply
  4. Lisa

    January 26, 2020 at 7:42 pm

    5 stars
    Good flavor! I changed it up and stuffed portabella mushrooms instead of peppers. Next time I will add red pepper flakes to spice it up!

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  5. Jennifer F

    September 4, 2019 at 12:19 pm

    I usually don’t leave comments, but this recipe is delicious!!! My family (husband & 2 kids (7 & 9 yrs. old))constantly ask for it, though they do not typically like ground Turkey or quinoa (I dont have packets, so we use plain or 3 blend). Preheat in oven works perfectly 🙂 thank you sssoooo much!!!

    Reply
  6. Katy Jacobson

    April 1, 2019 at 3:31 pm

    I’ve made this twice and this dish doesn’t disappoint. It makes way more stuffing than what is needed to fill four peppers so can easily serve more people. I love how flavorful it is while still being healthy! My husband, who can be quite picky really enjoyed it too!!

    Reply
  7. Rachel Wooldridge Lewter

    April 17, 2018 at 8:38 pm

    5 stars
    Definitely a Gluten-free keeper. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  8. Karly

    January 23, 2018 at 5:47 pm

    I am SUCH a sucker for a good stuffed pepper, and these look GREAT. Love the lean turkey too!

    Reply
  9. Deryn Macey

    January 12, 2018 at 7:01 am

    A good reminder I need to make stuffed peppers! They’re always so surprisingly easy to make and they’re so fun and pretty! Good for food prep too! Thanks. 🙂

    Reply
  10. Alisa Fleming

    January 11, 2018 at 7:06 pm

    I love seasoned grain dishes like that. And stuffed peppers are a personal favorite, too!

    Reply
  11. Jessica Levinson

    January 11, 2018 at 6:34 pm

    My husband would love this for dinner! So great for busy weeknights too!

    Reply
  12. Sarah

    January 11, 2018 at 4:41 pm

    Stuffed peppers were made a lot growing up and my husband had never heard of them. I use to make them a lot but haven’t in awhile. Thinking this recipe is a sign.

    Reply

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