Air-Fried Turkey-Stuffed Bell Peppers

Name: Air-Fried Turkey-Stuffed Bell Peppers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 whole Bell Pepper; 0.5 tsp Black Pepper; 1 cup Diced Onion; 1 whole Eggs; 0 bunch Fresh Parsley; 1 lb Ground Turkey Sausage; 1.5 tbsp Italian Seasoning; 0.25 cup Ketchup; 4 cloves Minced Garlic; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 whole Olive Oil Cooking Spray; 0.5 cup Part-Skim Shredded Mozzarella Cheese; 0.5 tsp Red Pepper Flakes; 1 cup Rice; 0.75 tsp Salt & Vinegar Seasoning

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 American High-Protein 💪Gluten-Free Halal 🕌Comfort-Food

Air-Fried Turkey-Stuffed Bell Peppers balance tender, lightly charred peppers with a juicy turkey-and-rice filling scented with Italian herbs and a touch of heat. Melted mozzarella adds a creamy finish that complements the savory aromatics of onion and garlic. Serve for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering when you want something hearty yet bright and colorful.

Prep20 mins
Cook20 mins
Serves6
DifficultyEasy

1

Rinse and dry the peppers, then slice them in half from top to bottom. Remove the seeds and white membranes, and trim off the stems.
2

Brush the outside of each pepper half with olive oil and set them on a work surface, cut side up; lightly sprinkle the insides with salt, about 1/4 teaspoon total.
3

In a large bowl, mix the egg, ketchup, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Beat vigorously with a fork or small whisk until well combined.
4

Add the ground turkey, cooked rice, minced onion, and minced garlic to the bowl. With clean hands, mix until the ingredients are evenly combined.
5

Portion the turkey mixture evenly into the prepared bell pepper halves, then spray the tops with olive oil spray.
6

Preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C), if your manufacturer recommends preheating. Air fry for about 15 minutes. Sprinkle the tops of the peppers evenly with mozzarella and air fry until the cheese melts, about 5 minutes more. The peppers are done when an instant-read thermometer inserted near the center reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
7

Garnish with Italian flat-leaf parsley and serve warm.