Simple Spanish Rice
 
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This is a great "go to" recipe for easy Spanish rice when you're short on time, perfect for busy weeknight dinners and it's so flavorful!
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Recipe type: Side Dish, Rice
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cups white rice
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • ½ small red bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 can Original Rotel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies, drained
  • pinch of oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan brown the rice in the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and garlic and saute until rice is browned sufficiently and the onion is soft and garlic fragrant.
  3. Add chicken broth, red bell pepper, tomato paste, drained rotel and spices and seasonings.
  4. Stir to combine.
  5. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat.
  6. Continue to cook, covered, for about 20 minutes or until rice has reached desired consistency.
  7. Fluff with fork, then serve.
  8. Enjoy!
Recipe by Mama Harris' Kitchen at https://mamaharriskitchen.com/2013/11/simple-spanish-rice/