Air Fryer Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers
These Air Fryer Turkey Stuffed Peppers offer a delicious twist on the traditional recipe. The peppers are perfectly cooked and filled with a savory mixture of turkey, cheese and rice, making it a mouth-watering dish to enjoy. Thanks to the air fryer, this dish is quick and easy to make without spending hours in the kitchen!
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INGREDIENTS
- 1 pound ground turkey, or leftover cooked turkey
- 1 cup white rice, uncooked
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 cups shredded Mexican style cheese, divided
- 6 sweet long peppers
INSTRUCTIONS
- Cook white rice as per package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat oil, onions, and garlic over medium heat until onions are translucent.
- Add ground turkey, salt, and pepper; cook for 8-10 minutes until turkey is fully cooked.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and simmer on low for 10 minutes until liquid evaporates.
- Mix cooked rice, chopped cilantro, and 1 cup shredded cheese into the meat mixture.
- Cut a slit down one side of peppers, remove seeds, and place them in a greased air fryer basket.
- Air fry peppers at 400°F for 5 minutes.
- Carefully transfer peppers to a plate with tongs.
- Fill peppers with the meat mixture and top with remaining cheese.
- Return stuffed peppers to the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
NOTES
- To Store. Place the stuffed peppers in a single layer on a baking sheet freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe container.
- To Freeze. Store in the freezer for up to three months. When ready to enjoy, follow the reheating instructions after thawing in the refrigerator overnight.
- Air Fryer Method: For quick and crispy reheating, use the air fryer. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F and air fry the thawed stuffed peppers for about 5-7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. If frozen, increase the time to about 15 minutes.
- Microwave Method: For a quick option, you can use the microwave. Place the thawed or frozen stuffed peppers on a microwave-safe plate and heat on medium power for 5-7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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NUTRITION
Calories: 85kcalProtein: 18gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 39mgPotassium: 223mgVitamin A: 19IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg
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