Instant Pot Tex Mex Rice
Are you looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe that is delicious and satisfying? Look no further! This Instant Pot Tex Mex Rice recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a tasty meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
Let’s Make This!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 16-oz jar corn & black bean salsa
- 1 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Turn Saute setting on the Instant Pot. Add the beef and cook until no longer pink in the center. Turn Instant Pot off.
Add the salsa, rice and 1 1/4 cup of water.
Stir ingredients well.
Close lid and set pressure release to Sealing.
Press Manual or Pressure Cook button, pressure on normal and adjust time to 6 minutes.
When the timer beeps, allow pressure to release naturally, unlock lid and remove it.
Top with cheddar cheese and serve when the cheese is melted.
Tips and Tricks
- use ground turkey instead of beef, or add additional vegetables such as bell peppers or onions.
- experiment with different types of cheese, or use a spicier salsa for a little extra kick.
- add a can of drained and rinsed black beans or use diced tomatoes instead of salsa.
- turn up the heat by adding some diced jalapenos or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
When making this recipe, you can adjust the ingredients to suit your tastes. This dish is not only delicious but also very versatile. You can easily add or substitute ingredients to make it your own. I think next time I give this recipe a try I’m going to use boneless, chicken breast.
Tex Mex Rice is not only perfect for weeknight dinners but also for meal prepping. You can easily make a big batch of this recipe and store it in the fridge for up to 4 days. Simply reheat it in the microwave or on the stove and enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal in minutes.
This dish is also perfect for freezing. Simply divide the leftovers into individual portions and store them in the freezer for an easy meal later on.
What’s great is this recipe is also budget-friendly. Ground beef is an affordable protein option, and you can often find corn and black bean salsa on sale. You can also use store-brand ingredients to save even more money.
Tex Mex Rice is a must-try recipe that is easy, delicious, versatile, and budget-friendly. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, meal prepping, and feeding a crowd.
So why not give it a try tonight and see for yourself how tasty and satisfying it can be? Your taste buds and your wallet will thank you for it! Drop me a line in the comments below and let me know what you think. I’d love to hear from you!
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Instant Pot Tex Mex Rice
A yummy, quick one-dish meal that will be hit with everyone.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 (16 ounce) jar corn and black bean salsa
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 1/4 cup of water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
