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Ground Turkey and Rice Skillet

Quick and Nutritious Turkey and Rice Skillet

4servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Ground Turkey and Rice Skillet

About this recipe

This Ground Turkey and Rice Skillet is a delightful blend of lean protein, fresh vegetables, and whole grains. It's a quick and healthy option for a satisfying family meal, ready in just over 30 minutes. Perfect as a weeknight dinner, this dish captures the essence of home-cooked comfort.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 cup uncooked brown rice
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add ground turkey, cooking until browned.

  3. 3

    Stir in onion and garlic, cooking until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Mix in bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini; sauté until tender.

  5. 5

    Add uncooked rice, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.

  6. 6

    Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

  7. 7

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked through.

  8. 8

    Serve hot and enjoy!

Chef's tip

For additional flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lime juice and some fresh cilantro before serving. This dish can be easily customized with your favorite vegetables.

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