My Favorite Mexican Rice

My Favorite Mexican Rice
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    50 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    378

A vibrant and flavorful Mexican Rice, perfect as a side dish or a base for your favorite Tex-Mex creations. This recipe elevates simple ingredients into a symphony of savory goodness, with a touch of spice and a blanket of melted cheese.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    28 g
  • Cholesterol
    25 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    10 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    1053 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 7 mins In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the rice and stir constantly until it turns a light golden brown and emits a nutty aroma. (5-7 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Stir in the chicken broth, tomato sauce, drained green chiles, minced onion, minced garlic, salt, cumin, and chili powder. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.

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Recipe View 25 mins Cover the skillet tightly and simmer for 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the liquid has been absorbed, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

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Recipe View 5 mins Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top of the rice. Cover the skillet again and let it sit until the cheese is melted and gooey. (approximately 5 minutes)

For a richer flavor, try using chicken broth.
To add more vegetables, consider incorporating some frozen peas, corn, or diced carrots during the simmering process.
If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a finely chopped jalapeño along with the other spices.
Store leftover rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 126 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Merlin Cronin

    I added some diced tomatoes and corn to this recipe and it was even better! Thanks for sharing.

  • Rosella Okon

    Easy to follow instructions and a delicious result. I'll definitely be making this again.

  • Austin Schmidt

    This recipe is amazing! The rice came out perfect and the cheese was so melty. My family loved it!

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