Taco seasoned ground turkey, black beans and corn stuffed into a colorful array of baked peppers, topped with cheese
Prep Time20 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Servings: 8
Ingredients
4bell pepperstry a mix of red, orange, yellow or green
1tablespoonolive oil
1poundground turkey
1/2cupdiced onion
1tablespoonchili powder
1 1/2teaspoonground cumin
1teaspoongarlic powder
Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
2tablespoonschopped cilantrooptional
4ouncecan diced mild green chilesdrained
3/4cupblack beansrinsed and drained
1/2cupfrozen corn or corn & pepper mix
8ouncessalsa or red enchilada saucemild or hot, based on preference
3/4cupshredded Colby Jack or Cheddar cheeseor more, if desired
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400° degrees
Cut the peppers in half lengthwise, cutting around the stem and removing the ribs, and seeds. Place the halved peppers on the baking sheet cut side up and sprinkle with salt. Bake for 20 minutes.
While the peppers are baking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the ground turkey, onion, spices, salt and pepper. Break up the turkey as it cooks. When the turkey is cooked, stir in the black beans, corn, green chiles, cilantro (if using), and salsa or enchilada sauce. Taste for seasoning and bring the mixture to a simmer for a minute or two.
Remove the peppers from the oven. Pour out any liquid inside the peppers, and evenly divide the filling into each half. Bake for another 10 minutes. Top with shredded cheese. Bake for 5 more minutes and then serve with desired toppings
Notes
Additional Topping Ideas:Sour Cream, salsa, chopped avocado, guacamole, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, or sliced black olives.