Are you craving a quick and easy meal that explodes with cheesy, zesty flavors? Look no further! We are bringing you the ultimate comfort food: creamy nacho pasta prepared in a rice cooker. With minimal effort, this dish will transport you to a world of culinary delight, blending the rich flavors of nacho cheese, creamy pasta, and a symphony of your favorite nacho toppings. Get ready to indulge in a cheesy, creamy, and oh-so-satisfying culinary experience that will leave you craving more.
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RICE COOKER - CREAMY NACHO PASTA
On a message board that I frequent someone asked for some rice cooker recipes. I had often wondered if I could cook other things in my little rice cooker, but never looked into it. So, today, I decided to do a search to see what I could find. This recipe was inspired by a Mac and Cheese recipe that I saw. I hope you all enjoy it as much as we did!
Provided by 896525
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Add first two ingredients to rice cooker and mix.
- Add the remaining ingredients and turn on. I have an on/off rice cooker and it took about 25 minutes to cook.
- Let stand 5 minutes.
- Note: This recipe is spicy. If you prefer something less spicy you can use: 1 can condensed cheese soup, 1 can milk (use soup can), 1 can regular pinto beans, 1 package taco seasoning, 2 cups pasta.
CRISPY RICE SUSHI BITES (COPYCAT NOBU RECIPE)
With this copycat Nobu recipe, you don't need to visit the acclaimed Japanese restaurant to get your hands on this trendy, tasty appetizer. Crispy fried rice bites are piled high with rich spicy tuna, creamy avocado, and kick of hot chili sauce for a vibrant and crave-worthy bite. This light, yet decadent, dish has a gorgeous presentation and delicious combination of flavors that will make you feel like a gourmet chef in your very own kitchen.
Provided by Annie Campbell
Categories Sushi
Time 45m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Tightly pack the sushi rice into a square 8x8-inch cake pan lined with plastic wrap. Chill for 2 to 3 hours in the refrigerator or 30 minutes in the freezer.
- Heat 1/2 cup oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cut the rice into thick, rectangular shapes, about 2 to 3 inches in length and 1 inch in width. Carefully move the pieces to the hot oil and fry until they reach a deep golden brown color, 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.
- Combine diced tuna with mayonnaise, Sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, and lime juice in a medium bowl until thoroughly mixed.
- To assemble, place fried sushi rice on a serving platter. Top with 1 to 2 tablespoons of the spicy tuna mixture. Layer a few slices of avocado on top of each piece. Garnish with a thin drizzle of Sriracha, a jalapeño slice, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 18.3 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 215.8 mg
NACHO RICE DIP
Spanish rice mix adds an interesting twist to this effortless appetizer from Audra Hungate of Holt, Missouri. "Every time I serve this dip at get-togethers, my guests gobble it up," she writes.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Yield about 8 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook rice mix in butter until golden brown. Stir in water and diced tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef until no longer pink. Drain and add to the rice. Stir in the cheese, stewed tomatoes and cheese sauce; cook and stir until cheese is melted. , Transfer to a slow cooker set on low. Serve with tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
PASTA IN THE RICE COOKER
This simple recipe can be embellished upon, or just thrown together as-is. It's written for a ten cup cooker but can be cut down for a 5 or 7 cup. You can sub other pasta for the spaghetti, I just tried it with linguine. Members of the rice cooker cookbook group on yahoo also say this works with alfredo sauce too. From SallysKitchen.com.
Provided by Demandy
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 32m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- If you have raw meat or sausage you'd like to add, first cook them in the rice cooker pan on Quick Cook or Cook setting.
- If you have spaghetti or linguine, break it in half and layer the dry pasta in the rice cooker pan with the meat, if there is any. For other types of pasta you won't need to break it to fit it in the pot. Add water and sauce.
- Turn on rice cooker to cook. Stir frequently. When it shuts down to warm, check the pasta to be sure it's done. If it isn't quite done, add some water, stir and turn on to cook again.
- For Vegetarian omit the ground beef, meatballs and the sausage.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 573.2, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 985.7, Carbohydrate 108, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 20.1, Protein 18.8
NACHO CHICKEN & RICE
Simmer up a low-fat, delicious meal with just a few basic ingredients. Your family is sure to love this colorful medley with tender chicken and a zippy cheese sauce. Linda Foreman of Locust Grove, Oklahoma shares the recipe.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 5h20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the chicken, peppers, soup, salsa and chili powder. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until chicken is tender. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 553mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
15-MINUTE DINNER NACHOS SUPREME
Taco-seasoned ground beef simmered with tomato and rice is topped with salsa, cheese and lettuce for a tortilla chip-dipping meal.
Provided by Campbell's Kitchen
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Campbell's Kitchen
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook beef and taco seasoning in skillet until browned. Pour off fat.
- Add soup, water and rice. Heat to a boil. Cover and cook over low heat 5 min. or until done.
- Top with salsa, cheese and lettuce. Serve with tortilla chips for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.5 calories, Carbohydrate 66.9 g, Cholesterol 77.6 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1479.3 mg, Sugar 10.8 g
RICE COOKER RISOTTO
I found a recipe similar to this one years ago on Allrecipes and haven't been able to find it again. Luckily, I remembered the basics of it. After some trial and error, I have it figured out! This basic recipe is a creamy comfort food that is very versatile, in that you can add any meat and veggies combos you want to make it your own.
Provided by turtle311
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Risotto Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place the rice and heated chicken stock into the rice cooker.
- Press Start and let cook until the cycle has completed and has shifted to Keep Warm setting. Let rice sit with cover remaining on the rice cooker until the rice is completely tender, about 10 minutes more.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the rice and stir.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.1 calories, Carbohydrate 46.9 g, Cholesterol 12.3 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 718.1 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
SLOW COOKER NACHO CHICKEN AND RICE WRAPS
When the family arrives for supper, the aroma from this slow-cooking main dish will welcome them. And the cheesy chicken and rice filling has just the right amount of spicy to make it a true family favorite.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Time 7h10m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Stir the soup, water, picante sauce, rice and chicken in a 4-quart slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or until chicken is cooked through.
- Spoon about 1 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Fold the tortilla around the filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.6 calories, Carbohydrate 65.6 g, Cholesterol 49.3 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 1335.1 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
CREAMY NACHO DIP
A fast and easy dip! We often bought a dip at a little market. I decided to try to replicate it, with success.
Provided by DaDD
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Stir sour cream, mayonnaise, salsa, vegetable bouillon, and taco seasoning mix together in a bowl until smooth. Fold cheese into the creamy mixture.
- Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, at least 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 186.7 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
Tips:
- To achieve the best results, use a high-quality rice cooker with a non-stick pot.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of cheese and nacho toppings to your liking.
- For a creamier sauce, add a tablespoon of cream cheese or sour cream to the pasta.
- To make the dish more flavorful, use a flavorful cheese blend, such as a Mexican blend or a sharp cheddar cheese.
- For a spicier dish, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or taco seasoning to the pasta.
- For a vegetarian version of the dish, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and omit the ground beef.
Conclusion:
The rice cooker creamy nacho pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking, making it a great option for picky eaters. The rice cooker does all the work, so you can relax and enjoy your meal.
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