TURKEY RICE

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What ultimately sets a great holiday leftover dish apart from the rest? The answer: lots of flavor, not a lot of ingredients, and the ability to stand on its own rather than remind us of the meal it came from. This turkey rice, which is in fact a little more turkey than rice, checks all the boxes, and a fresh, 3-ingredient salsa adds the bright finishing touch.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Legs

Time 1h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cooked turkey leg
1 cooked turkey thigh
½ cooked turkey breast, chopped
4 cups chicken broth, or more as needed
1 yellow onion, diced
¾ cup uncooked white rice
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons minced green onions
2 tablespoons minced red pepper
¼ cup cilantro leaves, minced

Steps:

  • Combine leftover turkey leg, thigh, and breast meat in a stockpot over high heat; add chicken broth and onion. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cover. Simmer, flipping turkey pieces over halfway, until meat falls off the bone, about 1 hour.
  • Transfer turkey pieces to a bowl and let cool until safe to handle.
  • Meanwhile, bring broth to a boil and stir in rice. Season with black pepper, cayenne, and salt. Reduce heat to medium and let rice simmer until it starts to plump up, about 10 minutes.
  • Pick turkey meat off the bone and chop into small pieces. Stir into the rice, adding more broth as needed. Cook over medium-low heat until rice reaches desired tenderness, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Smash green onions, red pepper, and cilantro together for the salsa. Taste and season turkey rice as desired, then scoop into serving bowls and top with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.6 g, Cholesterol 129.4 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 47.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 2539.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Masud Kamal
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite.


MD Nayon Khan
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This recipe is a winner! It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Le Broken
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I can add different vegetables or spices to change up the flavor.


Md Babu islam
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This is a delicious and easy recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


Abdullah Zewdu
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I've tried several turkey rice recipes, and this one is by far the best.


Harut Margaryan
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This recipe is perfect for a crowd. I made it for a party, and everyone loved it.


KASPAVAN SAM
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I love the addition of vegetables to this recipe. It makes it a complete meal.


Sumon RGL
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make.


Edgar Gallegos
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients. I always have them on hand.


Gavin Erickson
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This recipe is a keeper. It's going into my regular rotation.


Nazia Shahban
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious!


Belinda Pillay
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Parishma Matabudul
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This is the best turkey rice recipe I've ever tried. The turkey is so tender and juicy, and the rice is cooked to perfection.


Qasim Rajpoot
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can have it on the table in less than an hour.


Abigail Dziekpor
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I've made this turkey rice recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family.


Herbert Tootle
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This turkey rice is amazing! It's so flavorful and moist, and the rice is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


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