Arroz Con Queso Crock Pot Recipe

This kid-friendly vegetarian side dish is a cheesy, dreamy delight! Perfectly creamy and comforting, our slow-cooker Arroz con Queso is easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights. Simply combine ingredients, let your crock-pot do the work, and enjoy a delicious, crowd-pleasing side that's sure to be a family favorite. #ArrozConQueso #CrockPotRecipes #Vegetarian #EasyRecipes #SideDish #Cheesy

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 490 mins
Calories 701 kcal
Protein 66g
Rating 2.5 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Arroz Con Queso Crock Pot

  • 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
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  • 3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided

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How to Make Arroz Con Queso Crock Pot

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup long-grain rice, 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  2. Stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
  3. Pour the mixture into a well-greased 6-quart slow cooker.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Before serving, stir in the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese until melted and creamy.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

64g

Carbs

30g

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