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Turkey orzo with parmesan cheese in a dish, Chain Reaction spice , squash, parmesan cheese, onion, garlic in background

Easy Instant Pot Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Orzo

Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into a mouthwatering masterpiece with this Easy Instant Pot Leftover Turkey Orzo recipe! A quick and delicious way to repurpose that succulent turkey, blending it with savory orzo and Casa M's Chain Reaction Spice. Say goodbye to food waste and hello to a savory delight that's ready in a flash. Perfect for a cozy post-holiday meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Instant Pot to Pressure time 10 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Course Main Dish
Servings 6

Equipment

  • Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1/2 tablespoon Casa M Chain Reaction you can use more if you like it spicy
  • 1/2-1 teaspoon kosher salt, start with 1/2 and adjust as needed
  • 3/4 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped finely rinse if packed in oil and you want to save some calories
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 2 cups cooked turkey or chicken, chopped
  • 3 cups Parmesan chicken broth, or use regular chicken broth
  • 1 can cannellini beans, drained (15.5 oz)
  • 3 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup Half and Half or you can also use heavy cream

Instructions
 

  • Press "Saute" on the Instant Pot. Add oil.
  • When oil is hot, add onion and garlic. Saute for a few minutes. Add Chain Reaction Spice to open up the spices.
  • Stir in kosher salt, sun dried tomatoes, and orzo. Cook for about a minute, then turn off Instant Pot.
  • Add in turkey (or cooked chicken), drained beans, and chicken broth. Stir very well. You don't want the orzo to stick to the bottom of the pot.
  • Press "Manual," and set to 3 minutes. If you have an older Instant Pot, make sure you set the knob to sealing. When done, release pressure immediately.
  • Stir in chopped spinach and parmesan. Spinach will wilt and parmesan will melt.
  • Add in half and half. Stir. If it's the consistency is too thick, add in a bit more half and half. Taste and adjust salt as necessary.

Notes

Casa M Spice Co® has graciously given my readers a nice discount! https://casamspice.com/discount/15OFF-GDS23
Enjoy!
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