Turkey Fried Rice Recipe

Transform leftover Thanksgiving turkey into a delicious and satisfying Turkey Fried Rice! This recipe uses fluffy brown rice for a hearty and flavorful twist on a classic. Quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight meal or a fun weekend lunch.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 259.8 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Turkey Fried Rice

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How to Make Turkey Fried Rice

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of chicken broth to a boil.
  2. Stir in 1 ½ cups brown rice.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the cooked rice overnight.
  6. In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups cooked turkey, diced, and 2 tablespoons soy sauce. Mix well and refrigerate.
  7. In a large nonstick skillet, whisk 2 large eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring until scrambled and set. Remove and set aside.
  8. In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add ½ cup chopped onion, ½ cup chopped green bell pepper, and ½ cup chopped celery. Sauté until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
  9. Add the chilled cooked rice and the turkey mixture to the skillet. Cook and stir for 6-8 minutes, until heated through.
  10. Stir in 1 cup shredded lettuce and the cooked scrambled eggs.
  11. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes more to combine.
  12. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

5g

Carbs

13g