Turkey and Brown Rice Pilaf

Portion Size: 1 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
2 1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken or turkey
2 T. cooking oil
2 cups brown rice
2 medium carrots,Washed, peeled and diced
6 green onionsWashed, trimmed and sliced
2 celery stalks, Washed, trimmed and finely chopped
6 c. low sodium chicken broth
¼ c. parmesan cheese
2 T. parsley flakes 

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Spray a large skillet with nonstick spray.  Heat oil in skillet. 
2Add chicken or turkey and cook over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes or until tender and no pink remains. Transfer to a platter; keep warm.Internal temperature must reach 165 degrees.
3In the large skillet heat oil and add rice, parsley, carrots and celery.  Cook in oil 5 minutes, stirring frequently until vegetables are tender and rice is light brown.  
4Stir in broth and turkey. Bring to boil Reduce heat to medium low.  Cover and cook about 40 minutes stirring occasionally. Until rice is tender broth evaporated. 
5Just before serving, top with green onion, and cheese.              

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates