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Ground Turkey and Rice

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Ground turkey and rice is a comforting dish that elevates any weeknight meal into a flavorful feast. Bursting with aromatic spices and tender grains, this dish brings warmth and satisfaction to your table. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, you can customize it with your favorite vegetables and spices, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Each bite promises rich flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
  2. Push veggies aside; add ground turkey to the skillet. Cook until browned (7-10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add brown rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for about 45 minutes or until rice is tender.
  5. Fluff with a fork before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • Author: James
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg