Super Easy Mexican Rice (Spanish Rice)

Super Easy Mexican Rice (Spanish Rice)

from lecremedelacrumb.com

Easy Mexican Rice is that perfect side dish you'll want to make again and again. Buttery rice meets south-of-the-border spices meets tomatoey goodness all in one dish for easy clean up!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce
  • 2 cups chicken broth

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large skillet (one that has a lid) over medium heat, melt butter.

  2. 2

    Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, onion powder and rice for 1-2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Whisk in tomato sauce and chicken broth.

  4. 4

    Bring a boil, then reduce to a high simmer.

  5. 5

    Cover and cook for 25 minutes (see note).

  6. 6

    Uncover, fluff with a fork, and serve.