Easy Side Dishes: Delightful Turkey Bacon Rice Pilaf Recipe
A delicious and easy side dish, this Turkey Bacon Rice Pilaf is perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dishes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- Add olive oil, onion, and garlic to the skillet, and sauté until soft.
- Add rice and cook for a few minutes until slightly toasted.
- Pour in chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes.
- Stir in peas and bacon, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For more flavor, consider adding additional spices like thyme or bay leaves.
- This dish pairs well with any protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Easy side dishes, Rice Pilaf, Turkey Bacon