Description
Say hello to the rice dish your tacos, burrito bowls, and Tuesday nights have been dreaming of! This zesty Taco Rice is fluffy, smoky, and loaded with Tex-Mex magic — all in under 25 minutes. It’s the ultimate side, hearty enough to steal the show, and dangerously easy to make. Big flavor, one pan, zero stress. Let’s spice up your table!
Ingredients
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1 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)
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1 tbsp butter (or plant-based option)
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1 small yellow onion, diced
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1 cup jasmine rice (rinsed well)
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2 cups chicken or veggie broth (low-sodium)
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½ cup tomato sauce (or blended canned tomatoes)
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¼ cup diced green chilies (mild or hot)
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1 tbsp taco seasoning (store-bought or DIY*)
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Salt to taste
*DIY Taco Seasoning: 1 tsp each chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika
Instructions
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Sauté the Base: Heat oil and butter over medium heat. Add onions, cook 3-4 mins until soft, not browned.
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Toast the Rice: Stir in rinsed rice and taco seasoning, toast for 2 mins until fragrant.
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Simmer to Perfection: Pour in tomato sauce, green chilies, and broth. Bring to boil, reduce to low, cover tightly. Simmer 15 mins—no peeking!
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Rest & Fluff: Off heat, let sit covered for 5 mins. Fluff with a fork, taste, adjust salt if needed.
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Serve: Top with avocado, cheese, cilantro, or make it the base of your burrito bowls. Fiesta ready!
Notes
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Crunchy rice? Add splash of broth, cook 3 more mins.
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Brown rice? Use 2¼ cups broth, simmer 35-40 mins, rest 10 mins.
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Want it spicy? Add extra chilies or chipotle powder.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 225 kcal per serving
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Protein: 4g