Rice Pilaf: The Best Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
Enjoy a warm and savory Rice Pilaf that combines the rich flavors of turkey bacon and chicken ham, perfect for any comfort food craving.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup turkey bacon, diced
- 1 cup chicken ham, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened.
- Stir in the diced turkey bacon and chopped chicken ham, cooking until slightly crispy.
- Add the rice to the pot and stir to coat with the oil.
- Pour in the chicken broth, salt, pepper, and thyme. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff with a fork and serve hot.
Notes
- This recipe can be easily modified to include your favorite vegetables.
- For a vegetarian version, replace turkey bacon and chicken ham with plant-based alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Rice Pilaf, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon, Chicken Ham