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Ground Turkey And Rice Crock Pot Recipes

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Description

Ground turkey and rice crock pot recipes are easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights. This dish is a combination of lean protein, whole grains, and vegetables, making it a healthy and filling meal. By using a crock pot, you can set it and forget it, allowing you to go about your day while the meal cooks.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is minimal, only taking about 15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 6-8 hours on low heat or 3-4 hours on high heat.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, avocado, chopped cilantro, sour cream

Equipment

  • Crock pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Can opener
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method

  1. In a large skillet, cook ground turkey over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until vegetables are slightly softened.
  3. Transfer the turkey and vegetables to the crock pot.
  4. Add the uncooked rice, black beans, diced tomatoes (with juice), chicken or vegetable broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the crock pot. Stir to combine.
  5. Set the crock pot to low heat and cook for 6-8 hours or high heat for 3-4 hours, until the rice is cooked through and the liquid has been absorbed.
  6. Stir the mixture and adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Serve hot with optional toppings such as shredded cheese, avocado, chopped cilantro, and sour cream.

Notes

This recipe is very versatile and can be customized to your liking. You can add different vegetables such as corn, zucchini, or carrots. You can also adjust the spices to your taste, adding more or less chili powder, cumin, or paprika. This recipe also makes great leftovers and can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes 6 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 290
  • Protein: 21g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 42mg
  • Sodium: 547mg

Recipe Tips

  • You can use either white or brown rice for this recipe, but brown rice will take longer to cook.
  • If you don't have ground turkey, you can use ground chicken or beef instead.
  • If you prefer a spicier dish, you can add some diced jalapeno or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Make sure to rinse the black beans before adding them to the crock pot to remove excess sodium.
  • If you're short on time, you can cook the ground turkey and vegetables the night before and store them in the fridge. In the morning, simply add them to the crock pot with the rest of the ingredients and set it to cook.

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