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Mexican Rice with black beans and corn topped with cilantro

Mexican Style Rice

Easy dinner or side dish for a busy night with bold flavors that will not disappoint.
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 246kcal
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ¼ cup frozen corn
  • 1 can black beans
  • 1 red pepper diced
  • cilantro for garnish

Spice Mixture

  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

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Instructions

  • Cook rice according to directions on package using chicken broth instead of water. Approximately 45 minutes.
  • Drain and rinse beans.
  • Add all powdered spices together in a small bowl and mix to create a spice mixture.
  • In a large sauté pan, cook the red pepper for 3 minutes add corn and beans along with spice mixture
  • Mix cooked rice in sauté pan and let sizzle for 2 minutes
  • Take off heat, toss in cilantro, and serve

Nutrition

Calories: 246kcal
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