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Easy Rotel Mexican Rice

Master the Perfect Easy Rotel Mexican Rice in Just 30 Minutes

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A simple and flavorful Mexican rice dish made with Rotel tomatoes.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic and rice, cooking until rice is lightly toasted.
  4. Add Rotel tomatoes, chicken broth, cumin, and salt.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  6. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
  8. Fluff rice with a fork and stir in cilantro.

Notes

  • Use brown rice for a healthier option.
  • Adjust spice level by choosing mild or hot Rotel.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg