Description
A quick, one-pot meal combining tender rice, mixed vegetables, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy days when you want a comforting, homemade dish with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil or canola oil
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 cup extra-long grain white rice (15-minute rice)
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Add the salt, rice, frozen mixed vegetables, and chicken stock to the pan.
- Bring to a boil and let boil for 1 minute.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Remove from heat, add shredded Cheddar cheese, and stir until melted and evenly combined.
- Serve immediately while hot and creamy.
Notes
- Use chicken stock for added flavor, but water can be substituted in a pinch.
- To add protein, stir in cooked shredded chicken or beans.
- Fresh vegetables can be used but may require slightly longer cooking.
- For more flavor, add garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Use a non-stick pot to help prevent rice from sticking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
