Mouth-Watering Crockpot Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe
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Looking for an easy crockpot recipe that will WOW your taste buds? These crockpot stuffed bell peppers are delicious and simple to make. Just follow these simple steps and you'll have a fantastic meal ready to enjoy!
Why you'll love these stuffed peppers
It is an extremely simple recipe with simple ingredients such as peppers, ground beef or turkey, tomato sauce, and cheese. This means you can spend less time in the kitchen cooking and more time doing what you love most!
I don't know about you, but there are days when the idea of cooking dinner is just too draining. We definitely do not eat big gourmet meals in our home. Standing in the kitchen for long periods of time is hard to do when you are living with a chronic illness. You are always looking for shortcuts on how to create homemade meals that do not add to your pain level. This is where a crockpot is a great kitchen accessory.
Equipment needed to make stuffed peppers
- Crockpot
- Measuring cup (1 cup, 1/2 cup)
- Measuring spoons (tsp, 1/2 tsp)
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Large bowl
- Spoon
Ingredients for your Crockpot stuffed bell peppers
- Large bell peppers (color of your choice)
- 1lb Lean ground turkey (you can also use ground beef if you prefer)
- Can of petite diced tomatoes
- Shredded pepper jack cheese
- Cooked brown rice
- Cloves minced garlic
- Chili powder
- Ground cumin
- Salt and pepper
- Chicken broth
- Sour cream and scallions for serving
How to make crockpot stuffed bell peppers
Step 1. Cut the tops off each pepper and discard stems.
Step 2. Scoop out seeds and membranes.
Step 3. In a large bowl, mix turkey, tomatoes, 1 cup of cheese, cooked rice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Step 4. Spoon filling into each pepper, packing it in as you go, and mounding the tops.
Step 5. Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of a 6qt crockpot and place the stuffed peppers inside.
Step 6. Cover with a lid and cook on high for 3 hours or until the turkey mixture reaches 165 degrees.
Step 7. Top with the remaining cup of cheese and place the cover back on top.
Step 8. When cheese is melted the peppers are ready to serve.
Step 9. Garnish with sour cream and scallions.
What to serve/pair with your stuffed peppers
Sides:
Cauliflower rice
Roasted Brussels sprouts
Sauteed green beans
Garlic bread
Cornbread
Dessert:
Pecan pie
Cheesecake
Chocolate lava cake
Cocktails:
Mojito
Margarita
Bloody Mary
Non-alcoholic:
Iced tea
Lemonade
Popular substitutions & additions
- If you want a little more heat in your peppers, add diced jalapeños to the turkey mixture.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground turkey for black beans or lentils.
- Add sautéed onions to the turkey mixture for extra flavor.
- Try using quinoa instead of rice for a different twist.
- Add some chopped kale or spinach to the turkey mixture for a nutritional boost.
- Top with avocado slices or guacamole for an extra dose of healthy fats.
How to reheat & store crockpot stuffed bell peppers
Best way to store stuffed peppers leftovers:
Refrigerator: Stuffed peppers will last in the fridge for up to four days.
Freezer: Crockpot stuffed peppers can be frozen for up to three months. Be sure to use freezer-safe containers or bags and label them with the date.
How long will crockpot stuffed bell peppers last in the refrigerator?
Stuffed peppers will last in the fridge for up to four days.
Can I freeze stuffed peppers?
Crockpot stuffed peppers can be frozen for up to three months. Be sure to use freezer-safe containers or bags and label them with the date.
How to reheat stuffed peppers:
Oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Place frozen or refrigerated peppers on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until heated through.
Microwave: Place frozen or refrigerated peppers in a microwave-safe dish and heat for two minutes, then in 30-second intervals until peppers are heated through.
Crockpot: Add frozen or refrigerated peppers to crockpot and heat on low for two hours, until heated through.
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There are so many different ways that you can make crockpot stuffed peppers. This recipe is a great starting point, but feel free to get creative and add in your own favorite ingredients. Just remember to label your freezer-safe containers or bags with the date before you pop them in the freezer so you know how long they'll last. You may also want to check out our air fryer stuffed pepper recipe.
Mouth-Watering Crockpot Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe
Slightly smoky from the slow cooker and packed with delicious flavors of cumin and chili powder. This recipe is a keeper!
Ingredients
- 5 large bell peppers (color of your choice)
- 1lb lean ground turkey
- 14.5oz can of petite diced tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper
- ½ cup chicken broth
- Sour cream and scallions for serving
Instructions
1. Cut the tops off each pepper and discard
stems.
2. Scoop out seeds and membranes.
3. In a large bowl, mix turkey, tomatoes1 cup of
cheese, cooked rice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
4. Spoon filling into each pepper, packing it in
as you go and mounding the tops.
5. Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of a
6qt slow cooker and place the stuffed peppers inside.
6. Cover with lid and cook on high for 3 hours or
until the turkey mixture reaches 165 degrees.
7. Top with the remaining cup of cheese and place
the cover back on top.
8. When cheese is melted the peppers are ready to
serve.
9. Garnish with sour cream and scallions.
