Turkey Rice Soup
A heartwarming and easy-to-make soup loaded with tender turkey, fluffy rice, and fresh vegetables, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded Leftover turkey works great.
- 1 cup cooked rice White rice is traditional, but brown or wild rice can be used.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cups chicken or turkey broth Homemade broth is preferred for better flavor.
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- to taste salt and pepper Start with a small amount and adjust to preference.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing vegetables.
Garnish
- to taste fresh parsley, for garnish Optional, for added color and flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery, sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic powder and dried thyme, cooking for an additional minute.
Cooking
- Pour in the chicken or turkey broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a gentle simmer and add shredded turkey and cooked rice.
- Season with salt and pepper, adjusting to taste.
- Allow to simmer for 10 to 15 minutes to blend flavors.
Serving
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
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Notes
Great for using up leftover turkey. Can customize with other vegetables or grains. For creaminess, add a splash of heavy cream before serving.