Southern Tomatoes And Rice
Southern tomatoes and rice is a simple, comforting side dish that transforms pantry staples into a flavorful Southern classic. Savory, slightly sweet, and rich with tomato flavor, it's an easy recipe that's perfect alongside everything from fried chicken to pork chops.
Servings: 4
Calories: 252kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes undrained
- 2 cups chicken broth
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the butter to a large skillet set over medium heat. Add the onion, stir to coat, and cook until softened- about 3-4 minutes. Stir occasionally.2 tbsp butter, 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion
- Add the rice to the skillet and stir everything together until evenly combined. Cook, stirring often for 1-2 minutes- just until lightly toasted.1 cup long grain white rice
- Stir in the tomato and broth, then season with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a low boil, then reduce the heat to low.1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, 2 cups chicken broth, salt & pepper
- Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes- just until the rice is cooked tender and most of the liquid's been absorbed.
- Remove the skillet from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice, serve warm, and enjoy!
Notes
- Stir the onion while you are sautéing it to keep it from burning.
- Do not drain the canned tomatoes. You want all the juices to go into the skillet.
- Make sure to stir the rice every so often so it doesn't stick to the bottom of the skillet.
Nutrition
Calories: 252kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 494mg | Potassium: 298mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 298IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1mg