Hearty Turkey and Rice Bowl
Hearty Turkey and Rice Bowl brings tender leftover turkey together with fluffy white rice simmered in savory broth, balanced by sweet onion and a gentle kick of cayenne. A bright finish of green onion, red pepper, and cilantro adds freshness and crunch, making it perfect for a cozy post-holiday dinner or an easy weeknight meal.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr 30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Hearty Turkey and Rice Bowl, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 50 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 15
- Heart Health
- 46
- Metabolic
- 15
- Digestive
- 28
- Inflammatory
- 56
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Place leftover turkey leg, thigh, and breast meat in a stockpot over high heat; add the chicken broth and the onion. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and cover. Simmer, turning the turkey pieces over halfway through, until the meat falls off the bone, about 1 hour.
- 2
Move the turkey pieces to a bowl and let them cool until safe to handle.
- 3
Meanwhile, bring the broth back to a boil and stir in the rice. Season with black pepper, cayenne, and salt. Reduce heat to medium and let the rice simmer until it begins to plump, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Remove the turkey meat from the bones and chop it into small pieces. Stir it into the rice, adding more broth as needed. Cook over medium-low heat until the rice reaches your desired tenderness, 10 to 15 minutes.
- 5
Mash the green onions, red pepper, and cilantro together to make the salsa. Taste and season the turkey rice as desired, then spoon it into serving bowls and top with the salsa.
- Calories 350.35 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 36.15 g Good Source 72%
- Carbohydrate 35.85 g 13%
- Total Fat 6.53 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 2.67 g Moderate 13%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 100.88 mg High 34%
- Sodium 1202.97 mg High 52%
- Dietary Fiber 1.1 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 3.94 g --
- Added Sugars 1.4 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 36.72 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 1.75 mg Low Source 10%
- Potassium 197.28 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 28.22 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 1.53 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Hearty Turkey and Rice Bowl is made with 10 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 1 hr 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Broth, and Cilantro Paste. Each serving provides about 350.35 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Hearty Turkey and Rice Bowl made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Broth, Cilantro Paste, Cooked Turkey. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Hearty Turkey and Rice Bowl?
- About 1 hr 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 350.35 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Hearty Turkey and Rice Bowl easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Hearty Turkey and Rice Bowl healthy?
- Hearty Turkey and Rice Bowl has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 350.35 calories and 36.15 g of protein, or 72% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1202.97 mg (52% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.67 g (13% of the Daily Value). It contains Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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