Stuffed Bell Peppers with Sausage and Cheese - Zest Plate

Ingredients

• 3 bell peppers
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil, divided
• 1 pound Italian sausage
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1/2 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
• 3/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese