Spanish Rice Recipe
This Spanish Rice recipe is quick, easy and has so much flavor packed into every single bite. It's perfectly fluffy, uses just a few simple ingredients, and tastes just like it came from your favorite restaurant.
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 218kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups long grain white rice
- 1/2 small yellow onion diced (about 1/4 cup)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 large lime
Instructions
- In a large frying pan over medium heat, add the oil and heat. Add the rice, stirring occasionally, and cook until the rice until golden brown—about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the diced onion and salt and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the chicken broth and salsa and stir. Bring the mixture up to a boil, then cover with a lid and reduce heat to low. Keep the rice at a low simmer for 20 minutes without removing the lid. After 20 minutes, lift the lid and check your rice but do not stir. You may need to cook for up to 5 more minutes, or until all of the liquid has absorbed and the rice is cooked.
- Once cooked completely, turn the heat off and let it sit for 10 minutes, then lightly fluff with a fork and squeeze the fresh lime juice on the rice before serving. Enjoy!
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Notes
Storing Instructions: store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
To reheat: Reheat either in the microwave, or in a pot over medium low heat. If you do the stovetop method, add a splash of water, cream, or broth.
Nutrition
Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 845mg | Potassium: 231mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 156IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg