Quick Queso Rice
This Quick Queso Rice is a cheesy delight! Whip it up in minutes for a comforting side or main dish.
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Measuring Cups
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Serving bowl
Ingredients
- 1 can Fiesta Nacho Cheese Soup 10.5-oz
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Instant rice
- 1 cup Salsa
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the can of Fiesta Nacho Cheese Soup and the chicken broth. Stir them together over medium heat until they are well mixed and start to warm up.
- Once the cheese mixture is heated through, stir in the salsa to add flavor contrast.
- Add the instant rice to the pot, stirring well to coat all the rice in the cheesy salsa mixture. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Once boiling, cover the saucepan with a lid and remove it from heat. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to allow the rice to absorb the flavors.
- After the rice has absorbed the liquid, fluff it with a fork and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top. Cover again and let it sit for a couple of minutes until the cheese melts.
- Give the rice a final stir to mix in the melted cheese, then serve warm.
Notes
- Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Opt for low-fat cheese to reduce calories.
- Stir in cooked veggies like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.