Slow-Cooker Italian Turkey-Rice Dinner

Gluten Free
Health score
51%
Slow-Cooker Italian Turkey-Rice Dinner
500 min.
4
520kcal

Suggestions


Are you looking for a hearty and wholesome meal that will warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds? Look no further than this Slow-Cooker Italian Turkey-Rice Dinner! Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines the rich flavors of tender turkey thighs with a medley of fresh vegetables, all simmered to perfection in your slow cooker.

Imagine coming home after a long day to the enticing aroma of Italian herbs wafting through your kitchen. This gluten-free recipe is not only easy to prepare, but it also packs a nutritious punch with its vibrant carrots, celery, and bell peppers. The addition of long-grain rice creates a comforting base that soaks up all the delicious flavors, making each bite a delightful experience.

With a health score of 51 and a balanced caloric breakdown, this meal is a great choice for those looking to enjoy a satisfying dinner without the guilt. Whether you're serving it for lunch, dinner, or as a main course, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. Plus, the melted Italian-style cheese adds a creamy finish that elevates the entire dish.

So grab your slow cooker and get ready to indulge in a meal that’s not only delicious but also easy to make. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cups carrots shredded
  • cup celery stalks sliced
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper red chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon basil dried
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 32 oz turkey thighs skinless
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 cup rice long-grain uncooked
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • oz mozzarella cheese shredded italian-style

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix carrots, celery, bell pepper, basil and water.
  2. Sprinkle turkey with salt and pepper; place on vegetable mixture.
  3. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 6 to 7 hours.
  4. Remove turkey from cooker. Stir rice and oregano into vegetable mixture; return turkey to cooker. Cover and cook on Low heat setting about 1 hour or until rice is tender.
  5. Remove turkey from cooker. Stir cheese into rice mixture until melted.
  6. Serve with turkey.

Nutrition Facts

Calories520kcal
Protein38.09%
Fat40.46%
Carbs21.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
59
Glycemic Load
13.61
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
33.883912744729%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.72mg
Luteolin
0.45mg
Kaempferol
0.21mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:519.55kcal
25.98%
Fat:22.88g
35.2%
Saturated Fat:8.08g
50.52%
Carbohydrates:27.29g
9.1%
Net Carbohydrates:24.11g
8.77%
Sugar:4.35g
4.83%
Cholesterol:151.81mg
50.6%
Sodium:1728.84mg
75.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:48.47g
96.94%
Vitamin A:11494.3IU
229.89%
Vitamin B12:9.4µg
156.58%
Selenium:96.84µg
138.34%
Zinc:10.22mg
68.17%
Phosphorus:499.18mg
49.92%
Vitamin B2:0.8mg
47.27%
Vitamin C:28.41mg
34.44%
Vitamin B3:6.75mg
33.75%
Vitamin B6:0.67mg
33.26%
Potassium:905.06mg
25.86%
Iron:4.29mg
23.81%
Vitamin B5:2.37mg
23.72%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.44%
Vitamin K:22.56µg
21.49%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.4%
Copper:0.33mg
16.55%
Magnesium:62.53mg
15.63%
Calcium:141.02mg
14.1%
Fiber:3.18g
12.72%
Folate:36.52µg
9.13%
Vitamin E:0.94mg
6.29%