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This Mexican Rice is simple to prepare and full of zesty flavors!

Mexican Rice

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This Mexican Rice is simple to prepare and full of zesty flavors. Filled with fresh salsa, black beans, and spices, this rice is makes an easy side dish for just about any meal!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword rice recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 204
Author Gayle

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • ¾ cup chunky salsa (any kind)
  • 15 oz canned black beans , drained and rinsed
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper , to taste

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, chicken brother, salsa, beans, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil, cover with a lid, and then let simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice mixture is tender.
  • Remove from heat and fluff with fork. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 204kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 382mg | Potassium: 294mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 234IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg