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Turkey and Rice Skillet with Tomatoes

Ground turkey simmered with diced tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers over fluffy basmati rice.

Turkey and Rice Skillet with Tomatoes

Total

35 min

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Serves

2

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Servings

Recipe serves 2

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 3/4 cup basmati rice
  • 1 yellow onion
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) canned diced tomatoes
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley(optional)
  • 1/2 lemon(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook basmati rice according to package directions.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Dice the onion and mince the garlic, then sauté 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up, until browned, about 6 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in diced tomatoes with their juices, oregano, and cinnamon. Simmer 8 minutes until thickened.

  5. 5

    Season with salt and black pepper. Serve the turkey over rice, topped with parsley and a squeeze of lemon.

Nutrition per serving

Calories

520

26% of a 2,000 kcal day

Protein38 g
Carbohydrate52 g
Fat16 g
Fiber5 g
Sugar6 g
Sodium480 mg

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