Green Rice Pilaf

Name: Green Rice Pilaf
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1/4 cup finely chopped onion; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1 cup uncooked long grain rice; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro

With its mild heat and full flavors, this side pairs well with a variety of entrees, especially Southwest or Mexican specialties. —Sherri Melotik, Oak Creek, Wisconsin

Ingredients

1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro

Directions

In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until lightly browned.
Add the broth, chilies, jalapeno, cumin, garlic powder and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
Stir in cheese and cilantro. Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 375° for 14-16 minutes or until rice is tender.

Editor's Note

Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

Nutrition Facts

2/3 cup: 171 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 368mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.

Originally published as Green Rice Pilaf in Healthy Cooking August/September 2010

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Susan's Kitchen

Mar 9, 2011

Wasn't sure at first when I was putting it together but I was pleasantly surprised. Definitely a nice change when making rice. Would make this recipe again
smidget3069

Oct 7, 2010

was a very good side dish.May try cheddar cheese next time but definitely will make again
barbhall1756

Aug 20, 2010

A unique twist on rice, the cumin and chilies fare really well with the mozzarella cheese. I sprinkled a little more on top of the casserole before baking. I will definitely use this recipe again!