Savory Collard Greens with Smoked Turkey in Just 45 Minutes
Collard greens cooked with smoked turkey for a flavorful and hearty dish.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch collard greens, chopped
- 1 smoked turkey leg
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Add smoked turkey leg and brown slightly.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add collard greens and red pepper flakes.
- Cover and cook for 45 minutes.
- Remove turkey leg, shred the meat, and return to the pot.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Remove thick stems from collard greens before cooking.
- Adjust broth amount for desired consistency.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg