Slow-Cooker Herbed Turkey and Wild Rice Casserole (Cooking for 2)

Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Slow-Cooker Herbed Turkey and Wild Rice Casserole (Cooking for 2)
405 min.
2
472kcal

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Slow-Cooker Herbed Turkey and Wild Rice Casserole, a delightful dish perfect for cozy lunches or hearty dinners. This gluten-free recipe is designed for two, making it an ideal choice for couples or small families looking to enjoy a wholesome meal without the fuss. With a cooking time of just over six hours, you can set it and forget it, allowing the rich aromas to fill your home while you go about your day.

The combination of tender turkey breast, crispy bacon, and a medley of fresh vegetables creates a savory base, while the wild rice adds a delightful texture and nutty flavor. Enhanced with fragrant herbs like marjoram, this casserole is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients. The addition of creamy sour cream at the end brings everything together, creating a luscious finish that will have you coming back for seconds.

Whether you're looking for a comforting main dish or a hearty side, this casserole is versatile enough to fit any occasion. So grab your slow cooker and get ready to enjoy a meal that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 0.3 cup carrots chopped
  • 0.5 cup celery chopped
  • 1.8 cups chicken broth (from 32-ounce carton)
  • 0.1 teaspoon marjoram dried
  • 0.3 cup onion chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 cup cream sour
  • ounces turkey breast tenderloins cut into 3/4-inch pieces
  • 0.5 cup rice wild rinsed uncooked drained

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 8-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp. Stir in turkey. Cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until turkey is brown. Stir in celery, carrot and onion. Cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally; drain.
  2. In 2 1/2- to 3 1/2-quart slow cooker, mix turkey mixture and remaining ingredients except sour cream.
  3. Cover and cook on high heat setting 30 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low setting. Cook 6 to 7 hours or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed; stir in sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories472kcal
Protein26.49%
Fat41.32%
Carbs32.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
96.92
Glycemic Load
16.6
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.735652148724%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.72mg
Luteolin
0.29mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
4.2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:472.46kcal
23.62%
Fat:22g
33.85%
Saturated Fat:9.22g
57.65%
Carbohydrates:38.55g
12.85%
Net Carbohydrates:34.7g
12.62%
Sugar:6.04g
6.72%
Cholesterol:90.52mg
30.17%
Sodium:1021.83mg
44.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.73g
63.47%
Vitamin A:4056.98IU
81.14%
Manganese:0.73mg
36.68%
Phosphorus:276.35mg
27.63%
Magnesium:88.82mg
22.2%
Vitamin B3:4.4mg
21.99%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.94%
Zinc:3.1mg
20.65%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.55%
Fiber:3.86g
15.42%
Folate:58.43µg
14.61%
Copper:0.29mg
14.4%
Potassium:488.12mg
13.95%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.68%
Selenium:8.72µg
12.46%
Vitamin K:12.16µg
11.58%
Calcium:98.22mg
9.82%
Vitamin B5:0.91mg
9.1%
Iron:1.23mg
6.85%
Vitamin E:0.94mg
6.25%
Vitamin C:4.04mg
4.9%
Vitamin B12:0.27µg
4.53%