Turnaround Turkey and Rice
Transform your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful Turnaround Turkey and Rice recipe! Packed with protein-rich ground turkey, tender rice, and a medley of vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and peas, this one-skillet meal is a true time-saver, ready in just 50 minutes. Infused with aromatic spices like thyme and paprika and enriched with the umami kick of soy sauce, every bite bursts with well-rounded, comforting flavors. Simmered to perfection in chicken broth, the rice absorbs all the savory goodness, making this dish both nourishing and satisfying. Serve it as an all-in-one dinner or pair it with a fresh salad for an easy, wholesome meal. Perfect for busy families seeking a delicious, budget-friendly dinner idea!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium (diced) onion
- 3 (minced) garlic cloves
- 2 medium (diced) carrots
- 2 (chopped) celery stalks
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) black pepper
- 0.5 cups frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the ground turkey and cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through. Remove the turkey from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper, and cook for another 1 minute to bloom the spices.
Add the uncooked rice to the skillet and stir to coat the grains in the vegetable and spice mixture.
Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid.
Simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
Stir the cooked ground turkey back into the skillet and add the frozen peas. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the peas are warmed through.
Remove from heat and taste for seasoning, adjusting salt and pepper if needed.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1970 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.1 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.6 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 322 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 4252 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 223.4 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.2 g | ||
| Protein | 121.3 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 433 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 3023 mg | 64% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
