Description
Elevate your next meal with this Easy Mexican Rice, a vibrant and flavorful side dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can whip up this delicious rice in under 30 minutes. Infused with aromatic spices and simmered in rich chicken broth, each bite delivers a delightful taste of Mexico. Whether served alongside grilled chicken, as a burrito filling, or topped with fresh salsa, this versatile dish is sure to impress at your dining table. Enjoy the warmth and comfort of homemade Mexican rice that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups long grain white rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon tomato bouillon
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- Salt (to taste)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add rice and toast for 3-4 minutes until slightly golden.
- Stir in onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, tomato bouillon, and tomato paste; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let it rest covered for another 10 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, adjust seasoning with salt if needed, and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg