20 Minute Spanish Rice

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Quick and Delicious 20 Minute Spanish Rice Recipe

by The Chefin Rice

Prep

2 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

22 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

232

Sugar

Fat

If you're looking for a quick and flavorful side dish for your next Mexican-inspired dinner, this 20 Minute Spanish Rice recipe is the perfect solution. This dish is a twist on traditional Spanish rice and is made with taco seasoning, salsa, corn, and black beans for a unique and delicious flavor. The best part? It takes only 20 minutes to make, making it perfect for busy weeknights or when you just don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. It's easy to customize by adding additional vegetables, like diced bell peppers or jalapenos, or serving it with grilled chicken or steak for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.	In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken stock to a boil.
2.	Add the rice, taco seasoning, salsa, corn, and black beans to the pot and stir well.
3.	Reduce heat to low, cover, and let cook for 18-20 minutes, until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
4.	Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.

PROS

This recipe is incredibly easy and quick to make, perfect for busy weeknights or when you don’t have a lot of time to cook.

The combination of taco seasoning, salsa, corn, and black beans make this dish flavorful and satisfying.

CONS

While this recipe is delicious, it is relatively high in sodium due to the use of taco seasoning and chicken stock.

It may not be suitable for those on a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of whole grains from the rice, as well as protein and fiber from the black beans.
The dish also contains some vegetables from the salsa and corn, adding some additional nutrients to the meal.

	2 cups chicken stock
	1 cup long grain rice , uncooked
	1 packet taco seasoning
	1/3 cup salsa
	1/3 cup corn kernel
	1/3 cup black beans