Taco Stuffed Peppers are one of my favorite satisfying meals to make for my family. I love the taco flavors, but mostly, the fact that it is a meal loaded with vitamins and nutrients. Bell peppers are a great source of vitamin C, and the yummy chicken taco filling gives them a nice punch of protein. This makes a flavor-packed meal that any mom can feel good about serving her family!
*Optional toppings are not included in nutrition calculations.
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350º F.
Brown ground turkey in a large skillet on medium heat.
Add 1 tablespoon of water and the seasoning to the turkey and stir.
Add salsa. If meat seems too dry, add a little more. Turn heat to low when turkey is heated thoroughly.
Add cheese and mix well.
Cut green peppers in half, top to bottom. Cut a semi-circle around the stem and remove the stem and seeds in one cut. Or leave the stems on like in the photo, up to you!
Repeat until you have four halves.
Place halves two at a time in boiling water for 3-5 minutes. The "skin" will lose a little brightness after the cook. (Beware, the peppers are slippery- tongs are helpful!)
Place peppers in a baking dish open side up and fill with your meat mixture.
Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes.
Place on plates and sprinkle with the toppings of your choice.