Description
Turkey combo rice is a hearty and flavorful dish that brings together tender turkey thighs, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices. This one-pot meal is not only quick to prepare but also bursting with flavors that are sure to satisfy your family or guests. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, turkey combo rice can be enjoyed as a comforting stand-alone dish or paired with sides like fried plantain or coleslaw for an enhanced dining experience. With its nutritious ingredients and easy preparation steps, this recipe offers a delicious way to enjoy lean protein while packing in the veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 turkey thighs
- 3 cups rice
- 1 cup turkey broth
- ½ onion
- 2 large tomatoes
- ½ red bell pepper
- ½ green bell pepper
- 1½ red bell peppers
- 3 cups water
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili pepper
- 1 chicken seasoning cube
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon oil (for frying)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Debone and cut turkey thighs into small pieces; season well.
- Prepare the turkey stock by boiling reserved turkey bones and skin with chopped onion, sliced carrot, crushed garlic, ginger, seasoning cube, salt, and water.
- Blend vegetables including red bell peppers, tomatoes, and habanero until mixed.
- Strain stock; cook rice with stock and water until tender.
- Fry seasoned turkey until golden brown; sauté onions and garlic in the same pan.
- Combine everything with the prepared rice; mix well and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg