Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large white onion (chopped)
  • 3 large garlic cloves (minced)
  • 2 Cups long grain rice
  • 10 ounces can Rotel
  • 14.5 ounces can petite diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon cumin (more to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 Cups low sodium chicken broth (more if needed)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

Instruction

  • Heat oil in a large skillet. Add onions and garlic, then cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Reduce heat to low and add rice and garlic. Stir constantly, making sure the rice doesn’t burn. 
  • Cook over low heat for 3 minutes. Add Ro-tel, tomatoes, cumin, salt, and cayenne (if using). Stir to combine. Let cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 additional minutes or until rice is done.
  • Just before serving, sprinkle lots of freshly chopped cilantro over the top. Serve immediately.