Description
This ground turkey and rice skillet is a quick, healthy, and delicious weeknight dinner recipe. Packed with lean protein and whole grains, it’s ideal for meal prep, families, and anyone looking for clean eating without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
– 1 lb ground turkey ,
– 1 cup cooked rice (brown or white) ,
– 1 bell pepper, diced ,
– 1 small onion, diced ,
– 2 cloves garlic, minced ,
– 2 tbsp olive oil ,
– 1 tsp paprika ,
– Salt and pepper to taste ,
– Optional: parsley, lime wedge ,
Instructions
– Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
– Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook until softened.
– Add ground turkey. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
– Stir in cooked rice and paprika. Season with salt and pepper.
– Cook for 3–5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
– Serve hot, garnished with parsley or lime wedge if desired.
Notes
You can substitute rice with cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.
Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: PT10M
- Cook Time: PT20M
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg