Mexican Rice (Pioneer Woman) Recipe

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Mexican Rice (Pioneer Woman)
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Directions:

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Reduce the heat to low for 3 minutes, stirring constantly to make sure the rice doesn't burn.
  4. Add the Rotel, the whole tomatoes, cumin, cayenne, and salt.
  5. Stir to combine and cook for 2 minutes.
  6. Add 2 cups of the broth and bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes more, or until the rice is done.
  8. Add more liquid as needed. The rice shouldn't be sticky.
  9. Just before serving, sprinkle lots of freshly chopped cilantro over the top.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 449.56 Kcal (1882 kJ)
Calories from fat 51.94 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.77g 9%
Sodium 388.62mg 16%
Potassium 298.66mg 6%
Total Carbs 6.68g 2%
Sugars 3.08g 12%
Dietary Fiber 1.27g 5%
Protein 3.1g 6%
Vitamin C 11.9mg 20%
Iron 0.3mg 1%
Calcium 22.7mg 2%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 181.15 Kcal (758 kJ)
Calories from fat 20.93 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.33g 9%
Sodium 156.59mg 16%
Potassium 120.34mg 6%
Total Carbs 2.69g 2%
Sugars 1.24g 12%
Dietary Fiber 0.51g 5%
Protein 1.25g 6%
Vitamin C 4.8mg 20%
Iron 0.1mg 1%
Calcium 9.1mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 9.2
    Points
  • 2
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free

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