Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 large bell peppers halved and seeded
- ½ lb ground turkey
- 1 can 16 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2-3 cups cooked rice boil-in-bag rice works great
- 4 oz jalapeño cream cheese
- 1 cup barbecue sauce like Sweet Baby Ray's Hot and Spicy
- 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese shredded
- 1 tablespoon garlic salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
Instructions
Prepare the Bell Peppers
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cut the bell peppers in half and remove the seeds and membranes. Set them aside.
Cook the Rice
- Prepare your rice according to package instructions. Using boil-in-bag rice can save you time and hassle.
Brown the Turkey
- Heat half of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey, garlic salt, black pepper, chili powder, and Cajun seasoning. Cook until the turkey is browned and fully cooked.
Mix It All Together
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground turkey, black beans, barbecue sauce, and jalapeño cream cheese. Stir well until all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
Assemble the Bell Peppers
- Place the halved bell peppers on a foil-lined baking sheet. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the peppers and the foil to prevent sticking. Fill each pepper half with the turkey and rice mixture.
Top with Cheese
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese generously over the stuffed peppers.
Bake
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serve and Enjoy
- Let the peppers cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the bold and zesty flavors!