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Rice Cooker Mexican Rice Recipe

This simple Mexican Rice Recipe is made even easier in a rice cooker or Instant Pot. It is perfect in burritos or as a side to so many Mexican meals.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: easy, Mexican, rice, rice cooker, side dish
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 117kcal
Author: Tara Noland

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups long grain rice
  • 3 1/8 cup low sodium chicken broth use 1/4 to 1/3 cup less liquid for drier rice
  • 4.5 oz. can tomato paste
  • 3 Tbsp. butter
  • 1/2 cup onion finely diced
  • 4 oz. can diced green chilies
  • Fresh black pepper
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Cilantro for garnish
  • Salt as needed

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to the rice cooker. Stir well. Cook according to manufacturer's instructions. Let rest for 3 minutes after cooking or longer to thicken, and then stir. Garnish with cilantro before serving.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 146mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g