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This Turkey Cranberry Rice is great for using up that leftover Thanksgiving turkey. All of the holiday flavors come together in this easy one-pan dinner recipe!

Leftover Turkey Cranberry Rice

This Turkey Cranberry Rice is great for using up that leftover Thanksgiving turkey. All of the holiday flavors come together in this easy one-pan dinner recipe!
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Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 Sweet White Onion - chopped approx 1 cup
  • 2 Celery Stalks - sliced approx 1½ cups
  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 Cup Jasmine Rice
  • 2-2½ Cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth or turkey broth
  • 3 Cups Chopped Leftover Cooked Turkey
  • 1/2 Cup Dried Cranberries
  • Salt/Pepper
  • Fresh Thyme & Parsley

Instructions

  • In a large skillet over medium/high heat, sauté onion in olive oil for 4-5 minutes or until almost translucent. Add celery and cook 2 more minutes.
  • Add rice and 2 cups broth. Bring to a gentle boil, cover and reduce heat to medium/low. Cook 10 minutes while stirring occasionally.
  • Check doneness of rice. If needed, add 1/2 cup broth and cook 4-5 more minutes.
  • Once rice is almost to desired consistency and there is still some liquid remaining, add turkey and cranberries.
  • Cook covered for 2 minutes to heat turkey.
  • Salt and pepper to taste. Top with fresh herbs and serve.
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