Crock Pot Stuffed Peppers with Quinoa and Black Beans

INGREDIENTS

–8 large bell peppers, any colors you like (our favorite were red)

1 lb

ground chicken or turkey (I used chicken)

1 14 ounce can

reduced-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained

1 14 ounce can

fire-roasted diced tomatoes (with juices)

1 cup

uncooked quinoa

2 tsp

chili powder

1 tsp

cumin

1 tsp

garlic powder

1/2 tsp

kosher salt

1 1/4 cups

shredded pepper jack, Monterey jack, cheddar, or similar cheese, divided (I used pepper jack)

Sliced avocado

Chopped fresh cilantro

Salsa

Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt

Freshly squeezed lime juice