Whip up some aromatic Spanish rice using chicken broth, tomato sauce, and a blend of seasonings to create the perfect base for rice bowls or an enticing side dish complementing your favorite Mexican meals!
In a medium saucepan, set over medium heat, combine the extra-virgin olive oil and unsalted butter to melt.
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Add the long-grain white rice to the saucepan and stir, ensuring it's coated with the oil and butter mixture. Cook, stirring frequently for 2 to 3 minutes, until rice is toasted.
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Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth, tomato sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and diced fresh tomatoes, and stir well.
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Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.
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Once boiling, reduce heat to low and cover the saucepan with a lid, allowing it to cook gently for 20 minutes.
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Check after 20 minutes for tenderness and full liquid absorption. If needed, cook for an additional 2 to 4 minutes.
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Lastly, remove the saucepan from the heat, and leave it covered for a few minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork to serve.