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Apricot Turkey and Rice Recipe

Apricots, cinnamon and nutmeg add a touch of sweetness to this turkey and rice dish. It makes a very light and easy meal.—Joan Gatling, Rio Rancho, New Mexico

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Apricot Turkey and Rice Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield: 6 Servings

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Ingredients

1-1/4 pounds uncooked boneless skinless turkey breast, cut into 1/2-inch strips
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons reduced-fat margarine
1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

In a skillet, saute turkey and onion in margarine until meat is lightly browned. Add broth; bring to a boil. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5-7 minutes or until rice is tender. Yield: 6 servings.

Nutritional Analysis: One serving (1 each) equals 269 calories, 4 g fat (0 saturated fat), 69 mg cholesterol, 117 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrate, 0 fiber, 28 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3-1/2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fruit.

Originally published as Apricot Turkey and Rice in Country Woman January/February 2000