Rice Cooker Spanish Rice

Transform your weeknight dinners with this easy, flavorful Rice Cooker Spanish Rice! Bursting with smoky cumin, zesty tomato sauce, and a touch of chili powder, this one-pot wonder delivers bold, authentic flavors with minimal effort. Simply combine long-grain white rice with sautéed onion and garlic, fragrant spices, and chicken or vegetable broth—all cooked to fluffy perfection in your trusty rice cooker. With just 10 minutes of prep and no guesswork, this dish makes the perfect sidekick for tacos, enchiladas, or grilled meats. Top it off with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a vibrant finish that’s sure to impress. Ideal for busy cooks, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving restaurant-quality Spanish rice at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups long-grain white rice
• 2.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 0.5 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional)
• 1 whole lime wedges (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice in a fine mesh sieve under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from clumping.

Step 2

In a medium skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, and chili powder, and cook for another 30-60 seconds until fragrant.

Step 3

Transfer the rinsed rice to the rice cooker. Add the sautéed onion and garlic mixture, chicken or vegetable broth, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Close the lid of the rice cooker and set it to the 'white rice' or regular cooking setting (depending on your rice cooker model). Let the rice cook fully, which typically takes about 25 minutes.

Step 5

Once the rice cooker indicates that the rice is done, allow it to sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. This helps the flavors meld and gives the rice a fluffy texture.

Step 6

Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then garnish with chopped cilantro if desired. Serve warm with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1373.8 grams (1373.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	949

Total Fat 35.00g	45%
Saturated Fat 5.50g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3817mg	166%
Total Carbohydrate 135.60g	49%
Dietary Fiber 6.30g	23%
Total Sugars 9.80g
Protein 17.80g	36%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 126mg	10%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 417mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.9%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 58.4%