GRAMMY’S TEX-MEX RICE

GRAMMY’S TEX-MEX RICE is a yummy side dish option that is quick and easy from your Instant Pot!  Quick, easy, AND yummy?!! Yes, please!😋💯  This recipe is filled with flavor and color…..a perfect side dish for your next Taco Night or with my GRAMMY’S KING RANCH CASSEROLE (see recipe here > https://alittlebitofgrammy.com/grammys-king-ranch-casserole/).

You can adjust the “heat” in this recipe by substituting the Rotel diced tomatoes with your favorite salsa for an extra kick, as well!  Either way, it is a delicious and quick side that will go with just about everything!

Check out my recipe for GRAMMY’S TEX-MEX RICE below!!  ENJOY!😋

GRAMMY'S TEX-MEX RICE

Made with love by Grammy

A yummy tex-mex rice made in the Instant Pot

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Servings 8

Ingredients

  

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cups long grain white rice
• 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1 10 oz can Rotel tomatoes with green chilis (do not drain) OR a jar of your favorite salsa
• 1 1/2 tsp seasoning salt
• 1/2 - 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 - 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions

 

• Turn your Instant Pot to the "saute" function and saute your onion in the oil for a couple minutes until tender.
• Add in the rice and continue sautéing for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Add in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with juices), and seasonings to the rice. Stir til combined.
• Put lid on the Instant Pot and ensure that the valve is set to "sealing".
• Press the "pressure cook" button and set to three (3) minutes cook time.
• When cook time is complete, allow Instant Pot to naturally release for about 10 minutes, then do a manual release until the pin drops.
• Remove lid and fluff rice with a fork before serving. ENJOY!