Green Rice with Green Chiles

Green Rice with Green Chiles
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    28 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    48 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    36

Vibrant and flavorful green rice, infused with the bright flavors of green chiles, cilantro, and tomatillos. A perfect accompaniment to fajitas, tacos, or any Southwestern-inspired meal, this dish elevates simple rice to a culinary delight.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    40 g
  • Cholesterol
    2 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    4 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    807 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View Prepare the Green Puree: In a blender, combine the romaine lettuce, fresh cilantro, green chiles, chopped tomatillos, green onions, and garlic. Puree until smooth, adding chicken broth as needed to reach a total volume of 3 cups. (Prep time: 10 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View Toast the Rice: In a 2- to 3-quart saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the long-grain rice and sauté, stirring frequently, until the rice turns opaque and slightly toasted, about 5 minutes. (Cook time: 5 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Simmer to Perfection: Pour the green puree mixture into the saucepan with the rice. Add salt and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan tightly, and simmer until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid, approximately 18 to 20 minutes. (Cook time: 20 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View Fluff and Serve: Once the rice is cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes. This allows the rice to steam and further tenderize. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving. (Rest time: 5 minutes)

For a spicier kick, add a fresh jalapeño to the blender along with the other green ingredients.
Adjust the amount of chicken broth depending on the type of rice you are using. Some rice varieties may require more liquid.
For a vegetarian option, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
This rice can be made ahead of time and reheated. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 12 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Bessie Franey

    I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out perfectly. The instructions are clear and easy to follow. Thanks for sharing!

  • Odell Sawayn

    This recipe is amazing! The green rice was a huge hit at my Cinco de Mayo party. Everyone loved the vibrant color and fresh flavor.

  • Eldon Nicolas

    I added a jalapeño for extra spice, as suggested in the comments, and it was delicious! I'll definitely be making this again.

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