Chicken Flavored Rice

6 servings servings Prep: 5 m Cook: 20 m Total: 25 m Beginner
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A delicious and flavorful way to get your little ones to eat rice (as if any Cajun child needed any help)! Made with butter, chicken broth, bell pepper, onion, and pimentos in a rice cooker. Great dish for entertaining company on Sunday or any get together.

Ingredients

6 servings servings
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1/2 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 can chicken broth
  • 1 small jar pimentos
  • 2 cups uncooked rice

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Mix all ingredients in a rice cooker and press cook. The rice cooker will automatically cook the rice with the vegetables and seasonings until done, about 20 minutes.

Common Problems and Solutions

Q: Can I make this without a rice cooker?

A: Yes! Use a covered pot on the stovetop. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Q: Can I use homemade chicken broth instead of canned?

A: Absolutely! Use about 1 1/2 cups homemade broth. You may need to add a bit of water to ensure you have enough liquid for the rice to cook properly (rice typically needs a 2:1 liquid to rice ratio).

Tips and Techniques

Make sure to chop the vegetables into small, uniform pieces so they cook evenly with the rice. The butter adds richness and helps keep the rice from sticking together.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • chicken broth: vegetable broth or water with a bouillon cube
  • pimentos: roasted red peppers, chopped
  • butter: olive oil or vegetable oil

Equipment Needed

  • rice cooker