How to Make My Favorite Mexican Rice - A Step-by-Step Guide

My favorite Mexican rice is a classic dish that never fails to please. This recipe has been in my family for generations, and it holds a special place in my heart. The flavors of this dish are rich and comforting, making it the perfect side dish for any Mexican meal. Whether it's served alongside some tasty tacos or as a filling for burritos, you can't go wrong with this delicious rice.

One of the things I love most about this Mexican rice recipe is how versatile it is. You can easily...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 2 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 (4 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (4 ounce) can canned chopped green chiles, drained
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in rice; cook and stir until rice is lightly browned and gives off a toasted fragrance, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the chicken broth, tomato sauce, green chiles, onion, garlic, salt, cumin, and chili powder. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until rice is tender, about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Spread Monterey Jack cheese on top, then replace the lid and allow the cheese to melt, about 5 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    294 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 25mg
    • Sodium: 1053mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 230mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 181mg