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Easy Mexican Rice

This easy Mexican rice makes the perfect side to tacos, burritos, enchiladas & more!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 Cup Oil
  • 2 Cups White rice
  • 2 Large Garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 Cup Tomato sauce
  • 4 Cups Chicken broth 32 Oz

Spice Blend

  • 2 Tsp Salt
  • 1 Tsp Pepper
  • 1 Tbsp Chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp Onion powder

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl mix together the spice blend & set aside
  • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the rice & cook until the rice begins to turn golden.
  • Add the minced garlic & cook until the garlic becomes fragrant.
  • Add tomato sauce , chicken broth & seasonings. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer & cover. Cook for 30-40 minutes, until rice is tender, stirring occasionally.
Keyword easy, mexican rice, mexican side dish, spanish rice