Description
If you’re searching for a heartwarming meal that’s easy to make and full of comfort, this Ground Turkey and Rice Soup is your answer. This one-pot dish is the perfect blend of lean ground turkey, hearty vegetables, and soft rice, all simmered in a savory chicken broth. It’s a cozy favorite for chilly evenings, meal prep lunches, or quick weeknight dinners. Whether you’re craving easy dinner ideas, healthy soups, or quick comfort food, this easy recipe is one you’ll return to over and over. Great for reheating, family meals, or anyone looking for nutritious food ideas that don’t sacrifice flavor.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground turkey
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked white rice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–7 minutes until vegetables are softened.
2. Add garlic and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
3. Push the vegetables to one side of the pot and add ground turkey. Cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon.
4. Season with salt and pepper. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
5. Lower heat and simmer for 15 minutes to blend the flavors.
6. Stir in the cooked rice and fresh parsley. Simmer an additional 5 minutes.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon or a pinch of Italian herbs.
To make it spicier, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: easy dinner, healthy soup, ground turkey, rice soup, comfort food