Best 12 Turkey Brown Rice Pilaf Recipes

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Craving a wholesome and flavorful dish that combines the richness of turkey with the goodness of brown rice? Look no further than the delectable turkey brown rice pilaf. This culinary delight is not only a taste sensation but also a powerhouse of nutrients, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious individuals. In this article, we will take you on a culinary journey, exploring the tantalizing flavors and health benefits of turkey brown rice pilaf. We will unveil the secrets to cooking this delectable dish to perfection, ensuring that every bite is a symphony of taste and nourishment.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TURKEY-BROWN RICE PILAF



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You need the planned-overs from Grilled Jamaican Turkey to make this easy pilaf, so make sure you've planned ahead!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound cooked turkey breast tenderloin
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 cups cooked brown rice or bulgur
1 medium carrot, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
2 medium green onion, chopped (2 tablespoons)
1 medium celery stalk, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • Chop turkey. Heat oil in 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook rice, carrot, onions and celery in oil 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are tender and rice is toasted light brown.
  • 2. Stir in broth and turkey; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot. Top with cheese and parsley.

CURRIED BROWN RICE PILAF



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 48m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 1 cup brown rice in a pot of salted boiling water for 30 minutes; drain. Melt 1/2 stick butter in the same pot. Add 1/2 cup finely broken thin spaghetti, some chopped almonds and raisins, curry powder, salt and pepper; cook 3 minutes. Stir in the rice and sliced scallions.

RICE PILAF



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt plus 2 pinches
2 cups long-grain white rice
1 pinch saffron, steeped in 1/4 cup hot but not boiling water
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 1-by-2-inch strip orange zest
2 bay leaves
1/2 cup peas, fresh or frozen
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup pistachios, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350.
  • Melt the butter in a 3-quart saucier over medium heat.
  • Stir in the onion, bell pepper and 2 pinches of salt.
  • Decrease the heat to low and sweat until the onion is translucent and aromatic but not browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Increase the heat to medium and add the rice. Cook, stirring frequently, until you smell nuts, another 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add the saffron and its water, the broth, orange zest, bay leaves and the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Increase the heat and bring to a boil.
  • OK, now the weird part: Thoroughly wet a clean towel, kill the heat, scatter the peas on top of the rice, then place the towel across the top of the saucier. Top with the lid, then fold the towel corners up over the lid.
  • Transfer the saucier (towel and all) to the oven and bake 15 minutes.
  • Remove and rest at room temperature for 15 more minutes without opening the lid.
  • Fish out the orange zest and bay leaves. Turn the pilaf out onto a platter, fluff with a large fork and garnish with the raisins and pistachios. Serve family-style, right in the middle of the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calorie, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 5 milligrams, Sodium 524 milligrams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fiber 1.5 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 5 grams

WINTER PILAF



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A quick midweek meal that will help you use up leftover turkey, goose or duck, nuts and even a dollop of cranberry sauce

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tsp olive oil
1 red or white onion , chopped
1 garlic clove , crushed
4 cardamom pods , bashed
1 tsp ground cumin
1 cinnamon stick
100g mixed brown and wild rice (or basmati)
300ml vegetable stock
handful leftover cooked turkey , goose or duck, shredded
handful toasted nuts
handful coriander , roughly chopped
leftover cranberry sauce, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a pan and gently fry the onions and garlic until softened, about 5 mins. Add the spices and rice, then stir-fry for 1-2 mins. Pour in the hot stock and simmer until the stock is nearly all absorbed, about 20-25 mins. Stir in the turkey, add seasoning, then continue cooking until warmed through. Scatter over the nuts and coriander. Divide between two bowls and serve with a dollop of cranberry sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 46 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 14 grams protein, Sodium 0.46 milligram of sodium

TURKEY BREAST WITH CRANBERRY BROWN RICE



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As a single retiree, I roast a turkey breast half instead of making a whole turkey dinner. This is a perfect meal for anyone cooking for themselves, and it also leaves enough leftovers for sandwiches and tacos. -Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 tablespoons jellied cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons chopped celery
2 tablespoons minced red onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning, divided
1 boneless skinless turkey breast half (2 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup orange juice
RICE:
1-1/3 cups uncooked long grain brown rice
2-2/3 cups water
1/4 cup chopped celery
3 tablespoons minced red onion
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2/3 cup dried cranberries
2/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Mix first seven ingredients and 1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning., Place turkey in a greased foil-lined 13x9-in. baking pan; rub with salt, pepper and remaining poultry seasoning. Spread with cranberry mixture. Roast until a thermometer reads 165°, 45-55 minutes, drizzling with orange juice halfway., Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine first six rice ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 40-45 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients., Remove turkey from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 642mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 42g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HOME-STYLE BROWN RICE PILAF



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This is comfort food at its best with mild flavors and it's simple to make. This is a very versatile dish: if you prefer, you can use almonds in place of the cashews, and cilantro in place of the parsley.

Provided by Candice

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups water
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup uncooked brown rice
3 tablespoons butter
1 ½ cups chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 carrots, sliced
2 cups fresh sliced mushrooms
1 cup chickpeas
2 eggs, beaten
freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
¼ cup chopped cashews

Steps:

  • Bring 1-1/2 cups water to boil, add rice. Bring contents back to a boil, cover the pot and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  • Approximately 20 minutes before rice is finished cooking heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions and saute them, stirring frequently until they soften. Add the garlic and carrots and continue stirring for 5 minutes.
  • Place mushrooms inside of skillet and cook until mushrooms begin to brown, about 10 minutes. Add the chickpeas and cook 1 more minute.
  • When the rice is finished cooking pour the eggs into the skillet and cook the mixture, stirring constantly until the eggs are cooked. Remove the skillet from the heat, stir in pepper, parsley, and nuts.
  • Spoon the cooked rice into the skillet and stir well. Serve the pilaf hot with soy sauce on the side for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.3 calories, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 115.9 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 653.3 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

BROWN RICE PILAF



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Brown rice, a whole grain, contains all the nutrients and essential parts of the entire grain seed. It adds almost three times as much heart-healthy fiber to this mild-flavored brown rice pilaf as white would. Consider enjoying its slightly nutty flavor often in family recipes. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/4 cups uncooked brown rice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 cups water
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and green pepper in oil until tender. Add rice and garlic; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until rice is lightly browned. Add the water, broth, thyme and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 99mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TURKEY AND VEGETABLE PILAF



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups Turkey Stock, or canned low-sodium chicken broth
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups onion, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
1 1/2 cups carrots, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup celery, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 cup white wine
1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
2 1/2 cups shredded turkey meat
1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
1 cup frozen peas, defrosted
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Heat stock in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat; season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, heat 3 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and a pinch of salt; cook, covered, until translucent, 6 to 8 minutes. Add garlic; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in carrots, celery, and remaining tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper; cook for 2 minutes. Stir in cumin and oregano. Add white wine; increase heat to medium-high. Cook until almost all of liquid is evaporated, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomatoes; reduce heat to medium. Season with salt and pepper; cook for 2 minutes. Stir in turkey and rice.
  • Add heated stock to pot; bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in peas; simmer until rice is just covered with liquid. Cover, and transfer to oven. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork. Stir in parsley. Serve immediately.

BROWN RICE PILAF



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I love this pilaf! I never liked brown rice until I tried it this way. It goes with just about anything, and the leftovers (when there are any) reheat well, too.

Provided by Halcyon Eve

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small yellow onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup long grain brown rice (not instant)
2 1/2 cups fat-free low-sodium chicken broth or 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until onion is golden, about 5 minutes.
  • Add rice and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Add broth, and season with salt and pepper to taste; bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer until rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 45-50 minutes. Check rice occasionally and add water if necessary.
  • Uncover and let rice stand for 5 minutes before serving.

BROWN AND WILD RICE PILAF



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I created this a few years ago at Thanksgiving as substitute for stuffing for the vegetarians. The whole family has adopted it, as we do not cook a whole turkey anymore, just a turkey breast. I suppose it probably could be used to stuff a turkey. It is a bit of trouble to cook the two rices and the vegetable mixture in separate pans, but I find that the taste and texture turns out much better than when I've tried to cook them together.

Provided by Marlena

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 large dish

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup wild rice
2 cups brown rice (brown jasmine rice is great)
4 1/2 cups vegetable broth or 4 1/2 cups chicken broth
3 -5 leaves fresh sage, finely chopped
1/3-1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped (or 3/4 onion and one shallot)
3 stalks celery, sliced
5 mushrooms, sliced
1 clove minced garlic (optional)

Steps:

  • Boil wild rice in two cups water about 50 minutes until tender.
  • Meanwhile, place brown rice and 4 cups broth in another pot and bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat, cover, and cook for 50 minutes or until done.
  • Pour the olive oil into a sauté pan.
  • When it is hot, add the onion, celery, and mushrooms, and cook for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the parsley and sage, garlic if using, and a sprinkling of salt and pepper, then continue cooking until vegetables are soft.
  • Mix both rices and vegetable mixture, add a bit more vegetable broth if it is too dry, reheat if necessary, and serve.

TURKEY PILAF IN A TURBAN



Turkey Pilaf in a Turban image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, casseroles, main course

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 cup rice
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups chicken or turkey stock or broth
1/2 cup raisins
1 1/2 cups frozen peas
1/3 cup toasted slivered almonds
1 1/2 cups cooked turkey, cut in small cubes
8 sheets phyllo
Freshly ground black pepper and salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Saute the onion in 1 tablespoon of hot oil until it begins to soften. Stir in the rice, turmeric and cumin and cook, stirring until rice is coated.
  • Add the chicken or turkey stock and raisins; bring to boil; reduce heat and cover. Cook rice for 17 minutes, until liquid has been absorbed and rice is tender. Stir in peas and almonds. Season with pepper and, if desired, salt. Set aside.
  • Lightly grease a three-quart casserole with olive oil. Lay one sheet of phyllo in casserole so that the dough overhangs edge of casserole. Lightly brush with some of remaining oil. Top with second sheet, at right angle of first sheet, and oil. Continue until five sheets have been layered.
  • Place half the rice mixture on the phyllo; top with turkey and then top with remaining rice.
  • Arrange one sheet of phyllo over rice and brush lightly with oil; repeat with remaining two sheets. Trim edges so that only enough dough hangs over to tuck into sides of casserole. Brush top with oil and bake for 30 minutes, until top is golden brown and sides are beginning to brown. Cool about 10 minutes and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 528, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 27 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 230 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CRANBERRY AND ALMOND RICE PILAF



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I've been making this dish for years - it's different from typical rice pilaf dishes in that the cranberries add the sweetness and the tartness that you don't expect in a savory dish. Oh, and it's super hard to fumble.

Provided by BOGINIA2

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
¾ cup chopped onions
½ cup dried cranberries
1 ½ cups uncooked jasmine rice
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 green onions, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in hot oil until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir cranberries and jasmine rice into onion until rice is coated with oil and rice is lightly toasted, about 5 minutes more.
  • Pour chicken broth into skillet and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Bring rice mixture to a boil over high heat, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 22 minutes.
  • Remove skillet from heat; stir green onions, cilantro, and almonds into rice mixture. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.6 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 285.2 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the pilaf will taste. Use fresh, flavorful vegetables and high-quality rice and broth.
  • Rinse the rice: Rinsing the rice removes the starch, which helps to prevent the pilaf from becoming sticky.
  • Toast the rice: Toasting the rice before cooking it adds a nutty flavor and helps to prevent the pilaf from becoming mushy.
  • Use a good ratio of rice to liquid: The ratio of rice to liquid is important for achieving the right consistency. For pilaf, a good ratio is 1 cup of rice to 1 1/2 cups of liquid.
  • Cook the pilaf over low heat: Cooking the pilaf over low heat helps to prevent the rice from burning and ensures that it cooks evenly.
  • Fluff the pilaf with a fork before serving: Fluffing the pilaf with a fork helps to separate the grains of rice and make the pilaf light and fluffy.

Conclusion:

Turkey brown rice pilaf is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It's a great way to use up leftover turkey and it's also a healthy and affordable meal. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect pilaf every time.

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