Name: Budget Turkey And Rice One Pot Easy Fluffy Family Under $10
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey (85% or 93% lean); 1.5 cups long-grain white rice, unrinsed (for extra fluff, rinse if preferred); 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 cups chicken broth (or water with bouillon); 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or butter; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; Salt and black pepper to taste; Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish

Ingredients

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1 lb ground turkey (85% or 93% lean)
1.5 cups long-grain white rice, unrinsed (for extra fluff, rinse if preferred)
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups chicken broth (or water with bouillon)
1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
2 tablespoons vegetable oil or butter
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Heat the oil or butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and diced onion. Cook the turkey, breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spoon, until it is browned and the onions are translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 60 seconds until fragrant. Season the meat generously with salt, pepper, thyme, and garlic powder.
Push the turkey mixture to the sides of the pan and add the dry rice into the center. Let the rice sit in the hot oil for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Toasting the rice slightly before adding liquid helps keep the grains separate and adds a subtle nutty flavor. Mix the rice back in with the turkey and onions once the grains look slightly opaque.
Pour in the chicken broth and stir to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring the liquid to a rolling boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer undisturbed for 15 to 18 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time, as the steam is essential for cooking the rice evenly.
After the simmer time is up, quickly lift the lid and scatter the frozen peas and carrots over the top of the rice. Do not stir yet. Replace the lid and turn off the heat. Let the pot sit for 5 minutes. The residual heat will perfectly steam the vegetables. Finally, remove the lid and use a fork to fluff the rice, mixing the vegetables and turkey throughout the dish.
Scoop generous portions into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of extra black pepper if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

Cook Time: 35 minutes