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Turkey Spanish Rice

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This Turkey Spanish Rice is a comforting, budget-friendly meal that comes together in a single saucepan. It combines leftover cooked turkey with fluffy white rice, diced tomatoes, and classic Spanish-style vegetables like onion, green pepper, and celery. The dish is simmered until the rice absorbs the rich tomato and herb flavors, resulting in a hearty and satisfying texture. Its perfect for quick weeknight dinners, using up leftovers, or feeding a small household without a lot of fuss. Simple ingredients create a robust flavor profile that is both nostalgic and delicious.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2
Calories: 207.3
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This Turkey Spanish Rice is a comforting, budget-friendly meal that comes together in a single saucepan. It combines leftover cooked turkey with fluffy white rice, diced tomatoes, and classic Spanish-style vegetables like onion, green pepper, and celery. The dish is simmered until the rice absorbs the rich tomato and herb flavors, resulting in a hearty and satisfying texture. Its perfect for quick weeknight dinners, using up leftovers, or feeding a small household without a lot of fuss. Simple ingredients create a robust flavor profile that is both nostalgic and delicious.
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Onion, cut in pieces
  • 1/4 cup Green pepper, chopped
  • 2 tablespoon Celery, sliced
  • 1/4 cup Rice, uncooked
  • 1/4 cup Margarine
  • 1/2 can Tomatoes (16-ounce can)
  • 2/3 cup Turkey, cooked, diced
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1/4 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1/16 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 dash Pepper
  • 1 bay leaf Bay leaf
Directions
  1. 1
    In a small saucepan, melt the margarine over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Add the chopped onion, green pepper, and sliced celery to the saucepan.
  3. 3
    Saut the vegetables until the onion begins to brown and become translucent, about 4 minutes.
  4. 4
    Stir in the uncooked rice and cook for 1 minute to lightly toast.
  5. 5
    Break up any large pieces of tomatoes with a fork or knife before adding them to the pan.
  6. 6
    Add the diced tomatoes, diced turkey, water, chili powder, salt, pepper, and bay leaf to the rice mixture.
  7. 7
    Increase heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
  8. 8
    Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  9. 9
    Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent sticking if necessary.
  10. 10
    Remove from heat and discard the bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 207.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.2g18%
Saturated Fat 3.5g18%
Cholesterol 27.6mg10%
Sodium 183.5mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 8.6g3%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
Sugars 2.4g
Protein 12.9g26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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