Rice Cooker Brown Rice and Green Chiles

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful and fuss-free Rice Cooker Brown Rice and Green Chiles recipe! Perfectly cooked nutty brown rice is infused with the smoky heat of roasted green chiles, aromatic garlic, and a hint of cumin for a Tex-Mex-inspired twist. Prepared entirely in your rice cooker with minimal prep, this dish is the ultimate hands-off side or satisfying base for your favorite protein. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a vibrant finish that will leave your taste buds singing. With its simple ingredients and bold flavor, this one-pot wonder is healthy, hearty, and irresistibly delicious. Ideal for busy home cooks seeking an easy yet flavorful rice recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Brown rice
• 2 cups Water
• 2 medium Green chiles (roasted and diced)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, optional for garnish)
• 4 pieces Lime wedges (optional for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a rice cooker, add the rinsed brown rice, water, and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine.

Step 3

In a small skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

Stir the diced roasted green chiles, sautéed garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper into the rice cooker with the rice and water.

Step 5

Close the rice cooker lid and set it to the standard cook setting for brown rice (approximately 45 minutes).

Step 6

Once the rice cooker signals that cooking is complete, let the rice sit in the cooker for 5-10 minutes before opening the lid. This allows the rice to finish steaming.

Step 7

Fluff the rice gently with a fork and transfer it to a serving dish.

Step 8

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired, and serve with lime wedges on the side for an optional zesty flavor boost.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1023.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	461.1

Total Fat 16.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1222.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 6.4g
Protein 7.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 141.0mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 534.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.4%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 63.6%