Description
This Turkey and Sweet Potato Soup with Rice is a hearty and healthy dish that’s perfect for chilly days. Loaded with tender turkey, sweet potatoes, and rice, it’s both comforting and nutritious.
Ingredients
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- Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 pound cooked turkey, shredded
- 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional Garnishes
- Chopped parsley
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preparation:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Cooking the Soup:
- Add shredded turkey, sweet potatoes, chicken broth, and dried thyme.
- Bring the soup to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer until sweet potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Stir in cooked rice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
- Serving:
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.