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Ground Turkey and Rice Skillet


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A hearty skillet dish made with ground turkey, brown rice, and a mix of beans and vegetables, topped with melted cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups uncooked instant brown rice
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 15 ounces pinto beans (undrained)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce
  • 10 ½ ounces diced tomatoes and green chiles
  • 15 ounces corn (drained)
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ground pepper to taste
  • ½ cup shredded Colby Jack cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook rice according to package directions.
  2. While the rice cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add in the ground turkey, onion, and garlic and cook until the turkey is no longer pink.
  3. Stir in the rice, beans, beef broth, tomato sauce, tomatoes, corn, chili powder, salt, cumin, and ground pepper. Let cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes to let the flavors really come together.
  4. Top with shredded cheese and let cook for 2-3 more minutes or until cheese is melted.
  5. Garnish with your favorite toppings – tomatoes, shredded lettuce, salsa, sour cream, etc.

Notes

  • This dish is versatile; feel free to add your favorite vegetables.
  • Adjust spices according to your taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg