Spicy Texan Rice Recipe

Spice up your weeknight dinner with this flavorful Spicy Texan Rice! Inspired by an old family recipe, this dish combines tender chicken thighs with perfectly cooked rice and a vibrant blend of spices. A quick and easy meal ready in under an hour, perfect for busy weeknights or a satisfying weekend lunch. Serve with a fresh green salad for a complete and delicious meal.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 231 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spicy Texan Rice

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How to Make Spicy Texan Rice

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 cup of long-grain rice and cook, stirring constantly, until lightly browned (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 1 teaspoon chili powder, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. Stir to combine.
  4. Increase heat to high and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Add one (28 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 2 cups of chicken stock, and 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is cooked through and liquid is absorbed.
  7. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  8. Serve hot with your favorite sides, such as a tossed green salad and boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cooked separately).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

6g

Carbs

11g