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10 Minute Cheesy Mexican Rice Recipe

Craving cheesy Mexican rice but short on time? This 10-minute recipe delivers a flavorful and satisfying meal in a flash! Inspired by Kraft, this recipe uses simple ingredients and minimal effort for a quick weeknight dinner or a tasty side dish. Get ready for a burst of cheesy, Mexican goodness!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 308.5 kcal
Protein 25g
Rating 4.2 (10 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 10 Minute Cheesy Mexican Rice

  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 4 ounces velveeta cheese, cubed

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How to Make 10 Minute Cheesy Mexican Rice

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 ½ cups of chicken broth and ½ cup of your favorite salsa.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of long-grain white rice and 4 ounces of velveeta cheese, cut into cubes.
  4. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and remove from heat.
  6. Let the rice stand, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt and the rice to absorb the liquid.
  7. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir until the velveeta cheese is completely melted and incorporated. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

55 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

21g

Carbs

15g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Side Dishes Rice Easy Beginner Cook Dietary Low Cholesterol Low In Something Pasta Rice And Grains White Rice