Name: Turkey Rice Soup Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or chopped; 1 cup uncooked rice (white, brown, or wild rice); 6 cups chicken or turkey broth (low-sodium recommended); 2 medium carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 1 small onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 bay leaf; Salt and black pepper, to taste; Optional: ½ cup heavy cream (for a creamy version), 1 teaspoon lemon juice, fresh parsley for garnish

Description

This turkey rice soup is a warm, nourishing, and easy one-pot meal made with tender turkey, hearty rice, and a flavorful broth. Perfect for using leftover turkey, this soup is comforting, freezer-friendly, and packed with protein.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or chopped
1 cup uncooked rice (white, brown, or wild rice)
6 cups chicken or turkey broth (low-sodium recommended)
2 medium carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional: ½ cup heavy cream (for a creamy version), 1 teaspoon lemon juice, fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat butter or olive oil over medium heat.
Add onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Pour in broth, then add thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
Stir in uncooked rice, reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook:
- White rice: 15–20 minutes
- Brown rice: 30–35 minutes
- Wild rice: 40–45 minutes
Once the rice is tender, stir in cooked turkey and simmer for 5 more minutes.
Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if needed. For a creamy version, stir in heavy cream.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

If using cooked rice, add it during the last 5 minutes to prevent overcooking.
To thin out leftovers, add extra broth or water when reheating.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freezing? It’s best to freeze the soup without the rice and add fresh rice when reheating.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: DINNER
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 280
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: turkey rice soup, leftover turkey recipe, homemade soup, easy turkey soup, one-pot meal