Easy, One Pot Mexican Rice

This easy Mexican rice recipe is unique. You can use it as a one pot meal, or add it along side something else. My mother in-law makes it often because it is a frugal way to feed a large group of growing kids. It’s a great belly filler, quick to throw together and an excellent recipe to feed a crowd. We like to eat ours with tortilla chips but you can enjoy it on a tortilla or with a spoon.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Easy to Make: One pot, simple ingredients.
• Kid-approved: No overwhelming spice.
• Budget Friendly: Uses pantry staples.
• Feeds a crowd: Perfect for big families or meal prepping!
• Comes together quickly: have dinner on the table in under 30 minutes!

This one pot meal (I love my cast iron) comes together so easily. Whether you’re serving this rice as the filling for tacos, alongside some grilled chicken or as a complete meal, it’s sure to make any meal great. It is perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or doubling up to freeze for later. I love recipes that stretch, and this one does just that – stretching to feed growing kids, big appetites and busy days.

Easy Mexican Rice

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Servings: 12

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 onion chopped
• 2 cans cream of chicken soup
• 2 cans Rotel tomatoes
• 1 can chopped green chilies
• 2 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp garlic salt
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups instant rice

Method

 

1. Brown the ground beef and onion in a large skillet.
2. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir to mix well.
3. Bring to a boil and let cook for 5 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
4. Serve on a tortilla or with tortilla chips.

Even a simple recipe like this Mexican rice can be a great way to connect with your family. I hope this recipe blesses your kitchen the way it has ours – simple, nourishing and full of love.

If you are looking for more healthy, large family approved dinner ideas, try these!