Unstuffed Pepper Skillet: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon
A comforting and delicious unstuffed pepper skillet recipe featuring turkey bacon, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 bell peppers, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup rice, uncooked
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and chop.
- In the same skillet, add ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Add onion, bell peppers, and garlic; sauté until vegetables are soft.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, rice, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Cook for 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in chopped turkey bacon before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef or chicken for turkey if preferred.
- Add your favorite spices to enhance the flavor.
- For a vegetarian option, use plant-based meat and vegetable broth.