Chili Rice

Chili Rice

Course: SidesCuisine: Tex MexDifficulty: Easy
Servings
+

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Total time

40

minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons canola oil

  • 1 red onion, minced

  • 1 jalapeno, seeded, minced

  • 1 green bell pepper, minced

  • 1 red bell pepper, minced

  • 2 tablespoons garlic, minced

  • 1 cup Roma tomatoes, diced

  • 3/4 pound ground beef or turkey

  • 2 cups long-grain rice

  • 8 ounces kidney beans

  • 2 cups chicken stock

  • 1 1/2 cups water

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder

  • 1 tablespoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 3 tablespoons green onion, sliced, for garnish

Directions

  • In medium stock pot over medium heat, add oil, onions and peppers and saute until translucent. Add the garlic, tomatoes and ground beef. Cook until meat is browned.
  • Add rice to mixture and cook over low heat for 3 minutes, coating rice with the oils from the pan. Add beans, chicken stock, water and seasonings, bring to a simmer, then cover and cook on low for 20 minutes.
  • Fluff with fork and garnish with green onions.

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