Description
Liven up your dinner table with our Easy Mexican Rice, a delightful side dish that elevates any meal with its rich flavors and simple preparation. Perfect for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings, this delicious rice recipe features a secret ingredient that enhances the taste in every bite. With just 5 minutes of prep time and made using pantry staples, this versatile dish pairs wonderfully with tacos, enchiladas, grilled chicken, or can even be enjoyed on its own. Whether you’re hosting friends or simply cooking for family, our Easy Mexican Rice is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups long grain white rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon tomato bouillon
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Salt to taste
- Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the rice and toast for 3-4 minutes until slightly golden.
- Stir in onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, tomato bouillon, and tomato paste. Cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let it sit covered for another 10 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, season with salt if needed, and garnish with cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg