Easy Spanish Rice

Danielle Lima Posted:February 10, 2022December 29, 2023 Updated:December 29, 2023

Published on February 10, 2022

Updated on December 29, 2023

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Rice is such a staple in my house and if you’ve never made your own flavored rice, now is your chance. With so many variations like ham and pineapple fried rice, garlic turmeric rice, chicken fried rice and instant pot fried rice, you’ll never get bored with this pantry staple.

This easy Spanish rice is the perfect addition to your meal plan rotation. It’s similar to this Mexican skillet that comes with chicken and beans. Definitely give it a try if you want a high protein, easy meal.

Serve this with my taco Tuesday flank steak, beef and bean tostadas, spicy chicken adobo pitas or with chicken adobo nachos for a complete meal.

Bowl of Spanish rice topped with a lime wedge.

I love this rice for meal prep specifically because the flavor gets better as it sits. Be sure to top with fresh cilantro, extra fresh lime juice and if you want it spicy add your favorite hot sauce.

You can also wrap it in a burrito using the recipe from my spicy sheet pan fajita bowls for a complete meal.