Best 8 Santa Fe Rice Recipes

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Welcome to the delectable world of Santa Fe rice, a vibrant and flavorful dish with New Mexican roots. If you're seeking a culinary adventure, this article will guide you through a curated selection of the best Santa Fe rice recipes, offering a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. From classic to contemporary renditions, discover mouthwatering combinations of spices, tender rice, and an array of colorful ingredients that capture the spirit of the Southwest. Get ready to embark on a journey where every bite tells a story, unveiling the secrets of this beloved dish.

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15-MINUTE SANTA FE RICE



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Bring a taste of New Mexico home with 15-Minute Santa Fe Rice. Our Santa Fe rice and beans recipe comes together quickly to satisfy in delicious fashion.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield Makes 6 servings, 3/4 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained, rinsed
1 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa

Steps:

  • Cook rice as directed on package.
  • Add beans and salsa; mix well. Reduce heat to low.
  • Cook 5 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 340 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

SANTA FE RICE SALAD



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Great black bean and rice salad!

Provided by GOJAGUARS

Categories     Salad     Grains     Rice Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

⅔ cup uncooked white rice
1 ⅓ cups water
¾ cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1 large tomato, seeded and diced
¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
⅓ cup sliced green onions
⅓ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup vinegar
1 tablespoon diced jalapeno peppers
½ teaspoon white sugar
salt to taste
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and chill.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the rice, beans, tomato, cheese and green onion.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, peppers, sugar and salt. Pour over the rice mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate salad for 30 minutes. Top with avocado just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 14.8 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 232.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

SANTA FE CHICKEN



Santa Fe Chicken image

Chicken and rice are dressed up with a zippy sauce for a complete meal that's ready in a dash. Garnished with fresh cilantro, it's a festive weeknight supper or special occasion menu. -Jon Carole Gilbreath of Tyler, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion, chopped
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Minced fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and jalapeno in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in broth and tomatoes; bring to a boil. Stir in rice. , Sprinkle chicken with salt, pepper and cumin; place over rice mixture. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. , Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 966mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SANTA FE BEANS AND RICE



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One of my favorite frozen weight watchers dinners is Santa Fe Beans and Rice. This is my knock off version that comes pretty close.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     White Rice

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cooked white rice
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen corn
1 (10 ounce) can of diced Mexican-style tomatoes (like Rotel)
1 cup salsa
1 cup low-fat sour cream
2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, divided
1 small red onion, chopped
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • In a large bowl, combine beans, corn, tomatoes, salsa, sour cream, 1 cup cheese and cooked rice. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer to a greased 2 quart baking dish and top with onions and olives.
  • Bake uncovered for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese and bake 5-10 minutes longer until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.7, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 11.8, Sodium 408, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 1.4, Protein 6.9

SANTA FE RICE



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Categories     Chicken     Rice     Quick & Easy

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 Cups cooked White Rice
1 Tbsp. Oil
1 Cup cooked,skinless, boneless Chicken Breast-1/2 inch cubes
1 15.25 oz. can Corn-drained and rinsed
1 15.25 oz. can Black Beans-drained and rinsed
1 15.25 oz. can Diced Tomatoes w/green chilis
1 tsp. dried Cilantro
2 Tbsp. Lime Juice

Steps:

  • Cook Rice according to package directions. In a small saute pan, cook Chicken in Oil 4 minutes, or until no pink is left. In a 4 qt. bowl add all the ingrediants. Stir to mix, and coat. Chill for a minimum of 2 hours.

SIMPLE SANTA FE CILANTRO RICE WITH GARLIC



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This simple Santa Fe Rice with Cilantro and Garlic is the perfect spring dish made with fresh garlic and herbs! You'll love this flavorful rice recipe!

Provided by Melissa Griffiths

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
2 cups chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
Juice of 1/2 of lime or lemon
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (or herb of your choice)
2 cloves of garlic, finely minced
1/4 tablespoon ground cumin (if using cilantro, omit if using other herb)

Steps:

  • Combine the rice, broth, and slat in a large saucepan over med-high heat. Bring to a boil. Decrease the heat to simmer and add the lime juice, butter, cilantro, garlic, and cumin. Stir, cover, and simmer 15-20 minutes, until rice is tender.
  • OR
  • Toss everything in the rice cooker and let it cook until done.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/2 cup, Calories 139 calories, Sugar 0.4 g, Sodium 320.8 mg, Fat 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 3.5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

CREAMY SANTA FE CHICKEN AND RICE



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Really healthy recipe that tastes like it isn't!!! This is actually a variation of someone else's on this site. I'm on a diet where I'm trying to eat higher protein meals regularly throughout the day and this is perfect for an after work dinner that will be satisfying without breaking any rules. A portion of 1/6 of the pan, which is very satisfying, only has about 415 calories and packs 30 grams of protein!!

Provided by reubenbehm

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup fat-free cottage cheese
1/2 cup fat free plain Greek yogurt
4 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
6 tablespoons taco seasoning (or to your preference)
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies (optional)
1 (4 ounce) can sliced black olives (optional)
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained (reserve juices for rice)
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can sweet corn (optional)
24 ounces cooked chicken, diced large
2 cups rice (cooked in chicken broth or tomato juice)

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package, but instead of water, cook the rice in an equal amount of chicken broth plus the reserved tomato juice. (So, for example, if the rice package calls for to 4 cups of water, and you have 1 cup of reserved tomato juice, you will cook the rice in the tomato juice plus 3 cups of chicken broth instead of the water.).
  • While the rice is cooking, mix together the chilies, olives, tomatoes, corn, and cooked chicken in a large bowl.
  • Blend cottage cheese, greek yogurt, 1 cup of the chicken broth, salt, garlic powder, and taco seasoning until smooth.
  • When the rice is done, fold it into the chicken mixture. Then stir in the cottage cheese/greek yogurt mixture.
  • Bake at 350 for about 45 min or until it seems to hold together nicely.

SANTA FE CHICKEN AND RICE



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Cheesy chicken breasts are even more scrumptious served on a bed of tender, Southwest-style rice. This effortless meal from Debra Cook of Pampa, Texas, is ready in half an hour.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup salsa
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Chopped fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender., Add broth, salsa and garlic powder; bring to a boil. Stir in rice; return to a boil. Place chicken over rice. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender and a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, turning chicken halfway., Remove from heat. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until cheese is melted. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 814mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. This is especially true for the rice, which is the main ingredient in this recipe.
  • Rinse the rice before cooking. This will help to remove any dirt or debris from the rice and will also prevent it from sticking together.
  • Cook the rice in a flavorful liquid. This could be chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even water. Adding some flavor to the cooking liquid will help to infuse the rice with flavor.
  • Let the rice rest before serving. This will allow the rice to absorb all of the flavors from the cooking liquid and will also help to prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Serve the rice with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include black beans, corn, salsa, and cheese.

Conclusion:

Santa Fe rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover rice, and it can also be made ahead of time. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy meal or a flavorful dish to impress your guests, Santa Fe rice is a great option.

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