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Easy Mexican Rice uses simple ingredients like canned chicken broth, prepared salsa, and there is no chopping needed! Fluffy, flavorful Mexican rice that is so easy to make in one pot and makes for the perfect side dish for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or casseroles. 

Easy Mexican Rice uses simple ingredients like canned chicken broth, prepared salsa, and there is no chopping needed! Fluffy, flavorful Mexican rice that is so easy to make in one pot.

EASY MEXICAN RICE RECIPE

I absolutely love this easy Mexican rice! No chopping needed and all the ingredients get thrown into one pot at the same time. Perfectly fluffy and flavorful rice that is so easy to make. 

The “secret ingredient” in this that makes it no chopping is the salsa! It’s also very adaptable to what you prefer. Do you like some heat? Use a hot salsa. Or try using a pineapple mango salsa for a fun flavor change.

Be sure to also try my Instant Pot Mexican Rice and my Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice. Easy to make and they are dump & go recipes for the pressure cooker.

Easy Mexican Rice uses simple ingredients like canned chicken broth, prepared salsa, and there is no chopping needed! Fluffy, flavorful Mexican rice that is so easy to make in one pot.

HOW TO MAKE EASY MEXICAN RICE WITH SALSA

Low-Sodium Chicken Broth – You need one entire can (14.75 oz) of chicken broth for this recipe.

Long Grain White Rice

Salsa – Use any kind you want. I always opt for a mild salsa that I get fresh from the produce area of the grocery store. I’ve also used the jarred salsa with great results too. 

Butter

Garlic Salt

Cumin

Easy Mexican Rice uses simple ingredients like canned chicken broth, prepared salsa, and there is no chopping needed! Fluffy, flavorful Mexican rice that is so easy to make in one pot.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH MEXICAN RICE

– I love to make this easy rice as a base to these turkey taco burrito bowls or a side dish to these ground chicken baked tacos.

– My daughter loves to use leftovers + shredded cheese to make a cheesy rice enchilada. 

– Use the rice as topping to nachos or inside burritos. 

– You can also use any leftover rice in any recipe that calls for Mexican rice like these cheesy beef & rice enchiladas.

My family loves these baked creamy chicken taquitos with rice as a side dish. 

– I tend to prefer no meat dishes so one of my favorite things is to eat this rice topped with this fiesta avocado salad. Eat with tortilla chips or a spoon.

 

Easy Mexican Rice uses simple ingredients like canned chicken broth, prepared salsa, and there is no chopping needed! Fluffy, flavorful Mexican rice that is so easy to make in one pot.
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Easy Mexican Rice


Author Jessica
Course Side Dish
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 6 side dish servings
Easy Mexican Rice uses simple ingredients like canned chicken broth, prepared salsa, and there is no chopping needed! Fluffy, flavorful Mexican rice that is so easy to make in one pot.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can (14.75 oz) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup long grain white rice (uncooked, dry)
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 tablespoon butter (I use salted)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • ½ teaspoon cumin

Instructions

  • In a saucepan, over medium-high heat, combine all ingredients and bring to a boil. Stir occasionally to help the butter melt.
  • Once boiling, cover with lid, and reduce heat to low. Let cook for 25 minutes.
    * It's important to not open the lid for any reason during the cook time and the resting time.
  • Remove from heat and let rice stand, with lid on, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Notes

I have successfully used basmati rice in this recipe as well. Any white, long grain rice will work. But for the most part I usually always use regular long grain white rice. 
If you want some heat then use a hot salsa and/or add some chili powder or cayenne pepper. 
I have never made this recipe with brown rice. Brown rice needs a longer cook time and has a higher water to rice ratio than white rice. You can experiment on your own as I have never used it so I have no tips for it. 
And because I know I will get comments saying that this Mexican rice is not authentic. I know it's not. It's not meant to be. It's meant to be an easy, family friendly Mexican rice recipe that any cook can make in their own home. 

Nutrition

Calories: 148kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 580mg | Potassium: 158mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 162IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg

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This mexican rice will turn out perfectly each time! Fluffy, flavorful, and a great side to any Mexican dish. Only a few simple ingredients + seasonings is all you need. Bonus, no chopping required!

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24 Comments

  1. This is the best Mexican rice recipe I have found! So easy and delicious!

    1. Together As Family says:

      So glad you love it! It’s the only one I make now 🙂 Thanks for coming back to let me know.

  2. I have it simmering on my stove as I’m typing this. Can’t wait to try it!

    1. Together As Family says:

      Hope you loved it! I make this rice all the time.

  3. Betty Schoonover says:

    Love this recipe!! So simple yet very good!

  4. Very simple and easy! The only thing I did differently, as I work with a lot of Hispanic women and have seen them make it, was fry the rice in a little oil before cooking. I LOVE the idea of using salsa! I work 60+ hours a week and any time saved is awesome! No chopping or slicing with this one, but it still has all of the flavor. My family LOVED it! My husband said it was the best Spanish rice of 2018! lol Thanks!

    1. Together As Family says:

      I have heard about that trick too; frying the rice first. I need to try that next time. So glad to hear it was a hit.

    2. Coming from a Hispanic homemaker: yes! Frying the rice is a must. Place oil, instead of butter, in a pan. Add the rice. Stir fry the rice unti the rice is toasted light brown (like rice pilaf). Then add your tomato sauce based salsa to the pan & give that a quick stir fry(30 seconds). Add the rest of your ingredients, more broth if needed. Amp up the garlic powder, along with adding onion and mild chili powder. Do not overstir as the rice is cooking, or it will be mushy. ?❤

  5. This recipe is simple to prepare and it delivers on flavor. My family enjoyed it and we’ll be making it again.

  6. Just made this to go with your turkey taco bowls and it was all delicious!! I used my rice cooker when making this and it turned out wonderful.

  7. This is my #1 used recipe on Pinterest. Makes perfect restaurant quality Mexican rice every time. I use basmati rice fir this recipe.

  8. Dawn Crescimone says:

    5 stars
    I change the garlic salt to garlic and add canned black beans. I can whip up this recipe in just a few minutes. My family really likes this dish and I like a fast dinner that is not labor intensive. A dollop of sour cream atop the rice and I call it dinner. 🙂

  9. Jennifer Northcutt says:

    4 stars
    This is almost the recipe I have always used. Mine calls for rotel instead of salsa. Like others above if not in a hurry I do toast the rice first, but when using minute rice I skip that step. I also don’t buy garlic salt and always used the fresh chopped kind that comes in a jar.

  10. I always make recipes as written, before I tweak it if needed.I did reduce the garlic salt (hubby doesn’t like strong garlic flavor) it’s delicious! Everyone thought I labored over this 🙃 definitely a keeper! Thanks for sharing your recipe!

    1. Together As Family says:

      So happy to hear this! Thanks for your comment and feedback. I appreciate it.

  11. 4 stars
    I don’t care that’s it’s not authentic. It’s quick, easy AND tastes good. The first time I made it my family said to make it again. So I am!

    1. Together as Family says:

      Glad you liked it! Thank you!

  12. Rice burnt on the bottom. Brought to boil on med high and should I have lowered the temp for the cook time?

    1. Together as Family says:

      Sorry about that! Yes, the temp should be lowered to low once the water has boiled after adding all the ingredients.

  13. 5 stars
    love this rice very tasty. thank you. 😊

    1. Together as Family says:

      You are so welcome!

  14. This sounds delicious. I will be making this over the weekend.

    1. Together as Family says:

      Thank you! Let me know how you like it!

  15. 5 stars
    Impressed the family with this recipe!