Easy Texas Rice
Transform weeknight dinners with this flavor-packed Easy Texas Rice recipe, a one-pan wonder that’s as simple as it is satisfying. Featuring tender long-grain white rice infused with the vibrant flavors of diced tomatoes with green chilies, smoky chili powder, and earthy cumin, this dish offers a deliciously Tex-Mex twist perfect for any occasion. Sautéed onion, green bell pepper, and garlic add a savory depth, while chicken broth ensures each grain is perfectly cooked and flavorful. Ready in just 35 minutes and topped with fresh cilantro for a pop of brightness, this quick and hearty side pairs beautifully with grilled meats, tacos, or your favorite Tex-Mex mains. Easy Texas Rice is sure to be your go-to recipe for effortless comfort food with a Southwestern flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a medium saucepan or skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and diced green bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the uncooked rice to the pan and stir well to coat it with the oil and vegetable mixture. Toast the rice for 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the can of diced tomatoes with green chilies (including liquid) and the chicken broth. Stir to combine.
Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Remove the pan from the heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
704 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3770 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.9 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.3 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 191 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1626 mg | 35% | |
*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.
