Best 7 Hearty Spanish Rice Bake Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Spain, where flavors dance and aromas awaken the senses. In this guide, we will unveil the secrets to crafting a hearty Spanish rice bake, a dish that embodies the warmth and vibrancy of Spanish cuisine. From selecting the perfect ingredients to mastering the art of combining spices, we will guide you through the steps of creating a dish that will leave your taste buds wanting more. So, gather your apron, sharpen your knives, and prepare to create a culinary masterpiece that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Spain.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPANISH RICE BAKE



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A zesty serving of oven-baked rice rounds out any Mexican meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup uncooked regular long-grain rice
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 small green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 cup frozen whole kernel corn (from 12 oz bag), thawed
1 can (10 3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup
2 1/2 cups boiling water
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, if desired
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese (8 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°. Spray 2 1/2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
  • Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook rice, onion and bell pepper in oil 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is light brown and onion is tender. Stir in corn.
  • Mix remaining ingredients except cheese in casserole. Stir in rice mixture and 1 cup of the cheese.
  • Cover and bake 20 minutes; stir. Cover and bake about 30 minutes longer or until rice is tender; stir. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. Bake uncovered 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

HEARTY SPANISH RICE BAKE



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Ground beef, fresh onion, green bell pepper, garlic, tomatoes, and rice are simmered in a sweet-hot sauce then baked with Cheddar cheese and garnished with fresh cilantro. Spice it up with Ro-Tel® instead of regular canned tomatoes, cayenne, and jalapeno peppers. I have also added extra Cheddar cheese and you can substitute a Mexican blend or any other cheese if you like. Warning: this will spice up your life if you use the optional ingredients.

Provided by Hugh

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound lean ground beef
½ cup finely chopped onion
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)
1 cup water
¾ cup long-grain white rice
½ cup chile sauce
1 (4 ounce) can sliced black olives, or to taste
2 tablespoons sliced jalapeno peppers, or to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pinch ground black pepper
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef, onion, and green bell pepper in the hot skillet until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
  • Stir beef mixture, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, water, rice, chile sauce, olives, jalapeno peppers, garlic, salt, brown sugar, ground cumin, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, and black pepper together in a large pot over medium-low heat.
  • Bring beef-rice mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors blend, about 30 minutes. Stir in 1 cup Cheddar cheese. Transfer mixture to a 2 1/2 quart casserole dish and press down firmly. Top with remaining 1 cup Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbling, 10 to 15 minutes. Top with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 92.2 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 1074.5 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

SPANISH BEEF AND RICE BAKE RECIPE



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This Spanish Beef and Rice Bake is one of the best Mexican dishes that comes together quickly on a busy night! It's one of our favorite family dinner recipes.

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound lean ground beef ((can also use ground turkey))
1/2 onion (minced)
1 green bell pepper (minced)
1 can diced tomatoes, undrained ((14.5 ounces))
1 cup water
1/2 cup salsa
3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 cup chili sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
ground black pepper (to taste)
1 can refried beans ((15 ounce))
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 Tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup sliced cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, lower heat to medium low heat. Stir in the onion, green bell pepper, tomatoes, water, salsa, rice, chili sauce, salt, brown sugar, cumin, Worcestershire sauce, and pepper.
  • Let simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Pour mixture into a 9x13-inch casserole dish sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Press down firmly into the pan, then spread refried beans on the top and sprinkle with the shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and diced tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Sodium 904 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPANISH RICE CASSEROLE



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This is easy and very tasty, it's good served hot or at room temperature for a side dish, or as a main meal. All ingredients can be adjusted to taste. Add in finely chopped jalapeno pepper or crushed chili peppper for some heat.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Rice

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb ground beef
1 onion, finely chopped
1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes (drained)
1 cup water (or use juice from tomatoes with water to make 1 cup)
1/2-3/4 cup uncooked long-grain rice
1/2 cup chili sauce
salt and pepper
1 -2 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon cumin (or to taste)
2 -3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (can use more)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional and to taste)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 375 degrees.
  • Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat; drain the fat, and transfer beef to a large pot over medium low heat.
  • Stir in onion, garlic green pepper, tomatoes, water, rice, chili sauce, salt, pepper, brown sugar, cumin and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Let simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, then transfer to a 2-quart casserole dish; press mixture down firmly.
  • Sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

CHEESY SPANISH RICE



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This hearty rice can accompany chicken or beef-or stand alone as a tasty meatless entree. "It's quick, easy and delicious," notes Ann Wagenecht of Prophetstown, Illinois.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound ground beef
1 large green pepper, diced
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups cooked white rice
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
4 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook the beef, green pepper, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the rice, soup, cheese, chili powder, salt and pepper. Cook until cheese is melted. Transfer to a 3-cup baking dish. cover and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts :

SPANISH RICE WITH TURKEY



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"Not everyone in the family cared for Spanish rice until they tried this hearty version," says Sylvia Wallace of Adams, New York. "Now instead of complaints, I hear, 'More, please'."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground turkey breast
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups cooked long grain brown rice
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the turkey, onion, green pepper and garlic powder over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the next six ingredients. bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 384mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPANISH RICE CASSEROLE



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From a Southern Living 1979 cookbook. This is good, hearty fare -- best remembered by the time we had a bachelor neighbor to dinner and he ate about four helpings.

Provided by vrvrvr

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb mild bulk sausage (Jimmy Dean is best)
1 cup uncooked rice
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cups chicken stock or 2 cups broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
3 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring to crumble, until browned.
  • Drain sausage on paper towels, reserving drippings in skillet. (Use a big slotted spoon to remove sausage from the skillet.).
  • Combine rice and onion in reserved drippings, stirring to brown lightly over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken stock, tomatoes, chili powder, garlic powder and pepper. Add sausage. Stir to combine.
  • Spoon into a greased 2 quart casserole.
  • Bake (covered) at 350 for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 57.6, Sodium 660.8, Carbohydrate 35.7, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 4.8, Protein 16.4

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for ripe vegetables, flavorful rice, and a good quality broth.
  • Don't overcook the rice: The rice should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it. Overcooked rice will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Feel free to add or substitute any vegetables that you like.
  • Add some protein: If you want to make this dish a complete meal, you can add some cooked chicken, beef, or tofu.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to taste the dish before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.

Conclusion:

Spanish rice bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that the whole family will enjoy.

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