Description
Salsa Rice – an easy and delicious salsa rice recipe that is packed with flavor and simple, real ingredients. The perfect side dish!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 4oz can green chiles
- 1 16oz jar mild, chunky salsa
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn
Instructions
- Bring large skillet to medium high heat. Add oil and swirl to coat the pan.
- Add garlic and move around pan until fragrant, approx. 30 seconds.
- Add onion, salt and pepper.
- Move around until onion softens, approx. 1 minute.
- Add green chiles, salsa, white rice, broth, cumin, chili powder and garlic powder. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer. Cover and let cook 15-20 minutes or until rice is fully cooked.
- Add black beans and corn. Stir to combine.
- Serve with your favorite recipe – we love it with this Chicken Enchilada Casserole!
Notes
- Serving: serve with Healthier Chicken Enchiladas or Chicken Enchilada Casserole!
- Storage: store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Cheesy Topping: after you toss in the beans and corn feel free to add some shredded cheese (regular or dairy-free) on top!