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Mexican Rice

Cultural Context

Mexican rice, also known as Spanish rice, is a staple side dish in Mexican cuisine, often served alongside beans, meats, and salsas. Its vibrant color and flavor come from the use of tomatoes and spices, making it a popular accompaniment to many meals. The dish has roots in traditional Mexican cooking, influenced by Spanish culinary practices, and is commonly found in households and restaurants across Mexico and beyond.

MexicanMXside
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 rotisserie chicken, shredded
1 can enchilada sauce
8 oz cream cheese
bagged shredded cheese
large flour tortillas
black beans (optional, not used)

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice is more nutritious, while white rice is often less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade broth is healthier, while water is a budget-friendly option.

peas

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Green beans are nutritious, while frozen peas are often cheaper.

1

Shred the rotisserie chicken and set aside.

2

Take the cream cheese and dump it into a bowl with the shredded chicken.

3

Add the can of enchilada sauce to the chicken and cream cheese mixture.

4

Mix the ingredients together until well combined.

5

Prepare a large sheet pan by laying out the large flour tortillas to create a bottom layer.

6

Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the tortillas on the sheet pan.

7

Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken mixture.

8

Place two additional tortillas on top of the cheese and fold the edges of the bottom tortillas over the top tortillas to seal the quesadilla.

9

Spray the top of the tortillas with cooking spray.

10

Bake in the oven at 400°F for 25 minutes.

11

After 25 minutes, check the quesadilla and if needed, return it to the oven uncovered for an additional 7 minutes to brown the top.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingtoastingsimmeringfluffing

Equipment Needed

large sheet panair fryer

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Also Known As

Spanish RiceArroz Rojo
Local Name: arroz mexicano

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