Stuffed Pepper Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken
• 1 cup cooked brown rice
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 bell peppers, diced (use a mix of colors)
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook Ground Turkey:
   • In a large skillet, cook the lean ground turkey or chicken over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add Vegetables:
   • Add chopped onion and diced bell peppers to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until vegetables are softened.
4. Season:
   • Stir in diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Combine with Rice:
   • Add the cooked brown rice to the skillet and mix everything together.
6. Transfer to Casserole Dish:
   • Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
7. Top with Cheese:
   • Sprinkle the reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
8. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Serve:
   • Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving.