Spanish Style Rice Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful Spanish-inspired rice dish! This recipe offers a delicious approximation of authentic Spanish rice, customizable to your spice preference. Use mild, medium, or extra-hot salsa to perfectly match your heat tolerance. Easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 130 mins
Calories 405 kcal
Protein 27g
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Ingredients for Spanish Style Rice

  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 2 chicken bouillon cubes
  • Chicken Breast
  • Zucchini
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 cup salsa
  • Green Onion
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 dash cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion

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How to Make Spanish Style Rice

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of chicken broth (made with 2 chicken bouillon cubes) to a boil. Add 1 cup of brown rice and stir.
  2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the liquid is absorbed.
  3. Remove from heat and let the rice cool completely.
  4. In a large bowl, gently combine the cooked rice with 1 cup of your favorite salsa (adjust heat level to your preference), 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper, 1/4 cup chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  5. Stir gently to ensure the rice is evenly coated with the salsa and other ingredients.
  6. Serve immediately or at room temperature. Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

6g

Carbs

25g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Spanish Style Rice?

Spanish Style Rice takes about 150 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 130 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Spanish Style Rice?

Spanish Style Rice has approximately 405 calories per serving, with about 27 g protein, 25 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Spanish Style Rice?

The key ingredients for Spanish Style Rice are Brown Rice, Chicken Bouillon Cubes, Chicken Breast, Zucchini, Cumin, Salsa. See the full list with measurements above.

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