10 Minute Cheesy Mexican Rice
Bring bold flavors to your table in just 10 minutes with this Cheesy Mexican Rice recipe—a perfect fusion of comfort food and zesty Mexican-inspired flair! Packed with pantry staples like cooked white rice, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and sweet corn, this dish gets its irresistible gooeyness from melted cheddar cheese. A medley of spices, including cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder, elevates the flavor, while a touch of butter ties everything together. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a vibrant garnish, this one-pan wonder is just as versatile as it is speedy—serve it as a side dish, a burrito filling, or a standalone vegetarian meal. With easy preparation and a mouthwatering result, this recipe is your go-to for a quick, cheesy, and utterly satisfying dinner solution.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 1 cup canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 0.5 cup corn kernels
- 0.5 cup black beans
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the cooked white rice to the skillet and stir to coat evenly with the butter.
Mix in the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, corn kernels, and black beans. Stir well to combine.
Sprinkle the ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt over the mixture. Stir again to distribute the spices evenly.
Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is heated through and the flavors meld together.
Reduce the heat to low and add the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and coating the rice.
Turn off the heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your cheesy Mexican rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1388 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.3 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.1 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 154 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 3932 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.7 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 51.4 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 954 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 800 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
