Description
Crockpot Turkey & Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly nights. This hearty soup combines lean ground turkey, fluffy brown rice, and fresh vegetables simmered to perfection in a savory broth, creating a dish that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, it’s easy to make and fills your home with warm, inviting aromas. Enjoy it on its own or paired with crusty bread for an extra touch of comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on a clean countertop.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Transfer the mixture to a crockpot. Add brown rice, broth, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until flavors meld and rice is tender.
- Stir in lemon juice just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 2 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg