Brown Rice Dressing Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
This delightful Brown Rice Dressing combines hearty brown rice with vegetables, lean ground chicken, and fresh herbs. The earthy flavor of sage and the subtle sweetness from cherries make it a perfect accompaniment to any poultry dish. Whether paired with chicken, turkey, or your preferred meat, this healthy, low-cholesterol recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, this dressing will elevate your next meal.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Onion | 1 |
| Carrot | 1 |
| Celery | 1 |
| Garlic | 1 clove |
| Zucchini | 1 |
| Ground chicken | 1/2 lb |
| Fresh cherries | 1/2 cup |
| Brown rice | 1/3 cup |
| Fresh sage | 1 tbsp |
| Salt | 1 tsp |
| Fresh ground black pepper | 1/2 tsp |
| Fresh parsley | 1 tbsp |
| Chicken broth | 1 3/4 cups |
| White wine | 3/4 cup |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 369.2 kcal |
| Fat Content | 10.2 g |
| Saturated Fat Content | 2.3 g |
| Cholesterol Content | 48.8 mg |
| Sodium Content | 679 mg |
| Carbohydrate Content | 45 g |
| Fiber Content | 3.5 g |
| Sugar Content | 5.3 g |
| Protein Content | 16.8 g |
Instructions
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Heat the Pan
Begin by heating a large pan over medium heat. Add a splash of oil to the pan, ensuring it’s evenly distributed. -
Sauté the Vegetables
Add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, and zucchini to the pan. Sauté the mixture for about 5 minutes or until the onion begins to soften and brown slightly, allowing the vegetables to release their flavors. -
Add the Rice
Once the vegetables are softened, add the brown rice to the pan. Stir the rice for 1-2 minutes, ensuring it is well-coated with the flavors from the vegetables. -
Combine the Ingredients
To the pan, add the ground chicken, fresh cherries, sage, salt, black pepper, and fresh parsley. Stir to combine, letting the ground chicken cook through for a couple of minutes. -
Add the Liquids
Pour in the chicken broth and white wine, stirring well to incorporate all the ingredients. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. -
Simmer and Cook
Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid. Let the mixture simmer for 45-50 minutes without opening the lid or stirring, allowing the rice to absorb all the flavors and liquids. -
Rest and Fluff
After the cooking time is up, remove the pan from the heat. Let the dressing rest, covered, for an additional 10 minutes. This allows the rice to firm up and fully absorb the moisture. -
Serve
After the resting period, fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains. Serve hot alongside roasted chicken, turkey, or your choice of meat for a complete and satisfying meal.
This Brown Rice Dressing offers a healthy, flavorful side dish that’s low in cholesterol but packed with nutrients. It pairs beautifully with poultry and provides a satisfying, wholesome alternative to traditional stuffing. With just the right balance of savory vegetables, aromatic herbs, and sweet cherries, this dish is sure to be a hit at your dinner table. Enjoy!
