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Quick Ground Turkey Rice Bowls

Close-up of a white bowl filled with Ground Turkey Rice Bowls, topped with melted cheddar cheese and fresh cilantro.
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Prepare a fast and simple ground turkey and rice bowl for a weeknight dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add ground turkey to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and cook until browned completely. Drain any excess fat.
  4. Stir in cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Add cooked brown rice and frozen corn to the skillet. Stir well to combine and heat through, about 3 minutes.
  6. Stir in salsa until everything is coated and heated.
  7. Divide the mixture into bowls. Top each serving with shredded cheese, if using, and fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • For an Asian flavor profile, substitute cumin and chili powder with 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger.
  • Use quinoa or cauliflower rice instead of brown rice for a lower carbohydrate option.
  • Prepare a double batch of the turkey mixture for easy lunch meal prep.

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