Spanish Rice Pronto

Transform your weeknight dinners with "Spanish Rice Pronto," a quick and flavorful one-pan dish that's ready in just 30 minutes! This vibrant recipe combines fluffy long-grain white rice with the aromatic richness of sautéed onions, garlic, and savory spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika. Simmered in a delicious medley of chicken or vegetable broth, canned diced tomatoes, and a touch of tomato paste, this dish is bursting with Spanish-inspired flavors. Perfect as a versatile side dish or a stand-alone meal, it’s finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for an optional pop of color and freshness. Easy, hearty, and undeniably satisfying, "Spanish Rice Pronto" is your go-to recipe for a comforting, homemade meal in no time.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 14.5-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the long-grain white rice to the skillet and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, canned diced tomatoes (with juice), and tomato paste. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Mix in the ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1266.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	810.3

Total Fat 43.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 8.2mg	0%
Sodium 4682.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.9g	0%
Total Sugars 19.9g
Protein 14.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 230.6mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 1379.8mg	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: 47.6%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 45.1%