Description
Indulge in the creamy, comforting goodness of our Cheesy Jalapeño Rice Recipe. This dish brings together fluffy jasmine rice and a velvety cheddar sauce, perfectly enhanced by the zesty kick of jalapeños. Ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings, it can be enjoyed as a side or a hearty main course. With its rich flavor and satisfying texture, this cheesy rice is sure to become a family favorite. Customize the spice level to your liking, making it suitable for everyone at the table. Serve it alongside grilled chicken or mix it into burritos for a delightful twist on traditional comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup jalapeño (finely diced)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ¾ cup milk
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 ½ tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dry mustard powder
Instructions
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear. In a medium pot, combine rinsed rice and 2 cups of water. Boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low and simmer covered for 15-18 minutes. Let sit for an additional 5 minutes off heat.
- In another saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté diced jalapeños until softened (3-4 minutes). Stir in milk and warm slightly. Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese while stirring until melted.
- Mix the cooked rice into the cheese sauce until evenly coated. Season with kosher salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and dry mustard powder.
- Serve hot as a side dish or main course garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg