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Crispy Air Fryer Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe with Ground Turkey and Rice

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These crispy air fryer stuffed bell peppers feature a crunchy exterior with a juicy, flavorful ground turkey and rice filling. Quick and easy, they make a perfect wholesome meal for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers (any color, red or yellow preferred)
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce (plain or seasoned, no-sugar-added preferred)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: crushed red pepper flakes, chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Slice the tops off the bell peppers and carefully remove the seeds and membranes. Lightly brush the outside of the peppers with olive oil. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Remove skillet from heat. Stir in cooked rice, tomato sauce, and half of the shredded cheese. Mix thoroughly.
  5. Spoon the turkey and rice mixture into each bell pepper, packing gently but not too tight. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top of each stuffed pepper.
  6. Preheat air fryer to 360°F (182°C). Place stuffed peppers upright in the basket. Air fry for 12-15 minutes until peppers are tender and tops are crispy and browned, rotating basket halfway through.
  7. Let peppers rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or crushed red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

Brush olive oil on the outside of the peppers to achieve a crispy exterior. Rotate peppers halfway through air frying to avoid hot spots. If filling is loose, add a beaten egg before stuffing. Leftovers reheat well in the air fryer at 350°F for 5-7 minutes to maintain crispiness. Can substitute ground turkey with chicken, beef, or plant-based crumbles. For low-carb, swap rice with cauliflower rice.

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