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20-Min Cumin Rice with Tomato & Chicken

Rice cooked directly in chicken broth with tomato sauce and cumin for a one-pan Spanish-style bowl. Ready in under 20 minutes with zero fuss.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
380
Protein
8g
20-Min Cumin Rice with Tomato & Chicken
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 60 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Add rice and stir constantly until edges turn translucent, about 2 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in chicken broth and tomato sauce, stir in cumin, then bring to a boil.

  4. Step 4

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid absorbs, about 15 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet with lid
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • fork

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