Easy Instant Pot Mexican Rice all the great flavors of Mexican Rice made easy with the use of salsa and a few items from your pantry. Loaded with lots of flavor and convenience.
You guys know I love quick and easy and this one is easy enough to make for Taco Tuesday every week! It’s tasty and uses things I always have in my pantry and fridge. Well, if you are like me and keep salsa around like mayo 😉
It really is so simple and really tasty! It’s a perfect side for any Mexican Food Dish and one I really think you will enjoy. Using convenient items you have arounds makes this a no brainer! But there is no skimping on DELISH here either!
What you need to Make Easy Mexican Rice
- White Rice
- Vegetable or Canola Oil
- Onion
- Chicken Stock
- Salsa
- Cumin
- Minced Garlic
- Salt
How to Make Instant Pot Mexican Rice
Step 1. Measure out and rinse rice through a mesh strainer or colander. This will keep the rice from becoming sticky.
Step 2. Just plug in that IP and set it to saute and let it get to HOT. Add in 1 teaspoon of vegetable or canola oil in (medium heat for the skillet) with your diced onion until cook until translucent about 2 or so minutes, during the last minute add in garlic.
Step 3. Add in the rice and let if jive in there about 2 to 3 minutes (while stirring it around), then add in chicken stock, salsa, cumin and salt. You have it ready to cook. Put IP lid on and lock. Set for manual high pressure for 10 minutes!
Step 4. Once the time is up, do a quick release by carefully opening the valve and let the steam release and pin drop. Open the lid and fluff and stir with a fork. It may look like there is too much liquid, but once you fluff it turns out perfectly!
STOVE TOP EASY MEXICAN RICE INSTRUCTIONS
- Measure out and rinse the rice.
- In a skillet over medium high heat, pour 1 teaspoon of vegetable or canola oil. Add diced onion and cook until translucent about 2 or so minutes, during the last minute add in garlic.
- Next add in the rice and saute it about 2 to 3 minutes (while stirring it around), then add in chicken stock (add about 1/4 cup more of broth or water), salsa, cumin and sal.Place a lid on top and reduce to simmer and cook on stove top for 20 to 25 minutes until tender.
- Fluff it up with a fork and serve.
Yup it’s that easy! I ain’t kidding y’all! Enjoy!
A FEW MEXICAN FAVORITES IN THE SOULFULLY MADE KITCHEN
- Crock Pot Salsa Verde Chicken
- Creamy Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas
- Smokey Charro Beans
- Walking Tacos
- Easy Instant Pot Beef Barbacoa
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Easy Instant Pot Mexican Rice
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup onion, diced
- 1/2 tsp garlic, minced
- 2 cups long grain white rice
- 2 1/3 cups chicken stock
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Instructions
- Rinse rice with water in a mesh strainer.
- Set the Instant Pot {6 Quart} to Saute setting and let it get hot.
- Saute olive oil and onion and until cook until translucent, about 2, during the last minute add in garlic.
- Add in rice and saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Stir in chicken stock, salsa, cumin, and salt into the rice.
- Lock the lid in place, set to manual high pressure and set time to 10 minutes.
- Make sure the steam valve is set to sealed.
- Once the time is up, push the steam valve open and let all the steam release.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve.
Notes
STOVE TOP EASY MEXICAN RICE INSTRUCTIONS
- Measure out and rinse the rice.
- In a skillet over medium high heat, pour 1 teaspoon of vegetable or canola oil. Add diced onion and cook until translucent about 2 minutes, during the last minute add in garlic.
- Next add in the rice and saute it about 2 to 3 minutes (while stirring it around), then add in chicken stock (add about 1/4 cup more of broth or water for stovetop cooking), salsa, cumin and salt. Place a lid on top and reduce to simmer and cook on stove top for 20 to 25 minutes until tender.
- Fluff with a fork and serve.
Updated Recipe & Photos 5/5/2019 (added garlic and cumin to the recipe).
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- Easy Beef Barbacoa
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- Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken
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Bridget says
May 9, 2019 at 4:00 pmWell, I LOVED your old recipe so much, I am giving that a 5 star~ but where did it go???? I just went crazy looking for it only to realize it’s changed! Nooooooo!
Nikki - Soulfully Made says
May 10, 2019 at 8:14 amThank you so much Bridget. I mostly updated the pictures. I made a slight change to the recipe, only adding a little garlic and cumin. Also adding the step to rinse the rice. You can omit those and you will still have the original recipe.
Nicole says
March 24, 2019 at 11:26 pmI tried this today for the first time in the IP. I usually make this dish on the stovetop but I had other things on the go so I thought I would give it a shot. I was pleased to see that it came out well but it was a little chewy for our taste. I imagine that the cook time can vary with the type of rice. I did a little hack and without adding any more watee I sealed up the pot again and put it on the egg setting but only let it cook 2 minutes to make it a little softer and it was PERFECT. Kids loved it. Will have to double the recipe next time. Thank you!
Cyndi says
December 23, 2018 at 2:48 amHow long should I cook it in an 8qt?
Nikki - Soulfully Made says
December 23, 2018 at 3:47 amI have not ever made this in an 8 qt, I would think the time would remain the same. It may take a little longer to come to pressure.
Elizabeth says
December 20, 2018 at 9:02 pmWe’ve made this once and it is very good. How long do you recommend we cook it for a double batch? Thanks!
Nikki - Soulfully Made says
December 21, 2018 at 7:56 amI haven’t tested it with double the recipe, but the same amount of time should work well with this one.
Dianne says
May 4, 2018 at 3:07 pmI wanted to try this recipe but didn’t have salsa without mango in it so I used a can of rotel tomatoes and home made chicken broth. It was very good but next time, I’ll try the salsa. I may sauté some ground beef before and add the rice for a Mexican rice meal.
Thanks. Tonight, I’m cooking your enchiladas!
nikki@soulfullymade.com says
May 4, 2018 at 4:50 pmAdding beef sounds delicious for a complete meal! I love the idea! Snap a pick of your meal and share it with us on our facebook group or IG (I would love to see it)! I hope you enjoy the enchiladas too! It sounds like the perfect meal for Cinco de Mayo! <3 Nikki
Sarah says
May 4, 2018 at 9:40 amI’ve made this twice and it’s so delicious! Wondering if you’ve ever used brown rice and if so, what are the modifications? Thanks!
nikki@soulfullymade.com says
May 4, 2018 at 4:54 pmThank you!! I am so glad it turned out delicious! I have not made it with brown rice. That would be a healthier option. If I do I will give you a shout to let you know if it needs modifications. <3 Nikki
Carla says
September 24, 2017 at 4:43 pmI love this recipe! I have made it multiple time and it always comes out great.
nikki@soulfullymade.com says
September 24, 2017 at 4:52 pmThank you so much Carla! You made my day!! I love how easy it is! So glad you have come by and hope you stop back by often!
Wanda Lopez says
August 1, 2017 at 11:18 amI must try this method. Looks so good and easier to do than my method.
nikki@soulfullymade.com says
August 2, 2017 at 3:52 pmThank you for stopping by Wanda! It is very easy, I hope you do! I would love to hear how it goes for you!
Constance Smith says
July 4, 2017 at 9:37 amMy instant pot is the first “gadget” I have bought in a long time that is worth its weight in gold! They are so versatile!
nikki@soulfullymade.com says
July 5, 2017 at 8:57 amI agree 🙂 LOVE IT!! Hope you have a wonderful week Constance!!
Tara says
July 2, 2017 at 1:18 pmYum! Such a great use of the instant pot. I would love to try this rice with those enchiladas!
nikki@soulfullymade.com says
July 2, 2017 at 4:45 pmThank you Tara! I love how easy they both are!! I’d love how it goes if you make them!
Liz @ Books n' Cooks says
July 1, 2017 at 4:17 pmI’m starting to feel like I need an instant pot… great recipe! Love how easy and flavorful it is.
nikki@soulfullymade.com says
July 1, 2017 at 4:57 pmThank you Liz! I felt the same way until not too long ago. I finally purchased one and love it! Still want to experiment and make more recipes.
Denise Wright says
June 20, 2017 at 4:03 pmI love Mexican rice but can’t quite make it right. Can’t wait to try this. Don’t you just love that Instant Pot?!
nikki@soulfullymade.com says
June 21, 2017 at 12:42 amI love it too! This is such an easy version but love it! I hope you do too! I am so glad I finally bought one! It’s been fun creating recipes and cooking things so quickly! I want to try cheesecake soon!
Vicky @ Avocado Pesto says
June 10, 2017 at 12:58 pmLove that this cooks in the instant pot – I need to try this! I have a pressure cooker at home but pretty much never use it. Also love that this recipe uses salsa – brilliant way to add in a whole depth of flavor!
nikki@soulfullymade.com says
June 10, 2017 at 1:00 pmThank you Vicky! I love the flavor the salsa gives and makes it super easy! I am fairly new to IP and trying a few things out. This one was a win with my family.
Linda says
June 10, 2017 at 11:56 amI love rice in all its forms but I never tried preparing it like that ! Thanks for sharing this, it looks really easy. I’ll give it a try as soon as possible 🙂
nikki@soulfullymade.com says
June 10, 2017 at 12:57 pmThank you! It really is super easy and very tasty! Let me know how it works out for you!
Jagruti says
June 10, 2017 at 11:01 amOh, wow..rice cooked with salsa looks so tempting and delicious. Thanx for sharing.
nikki@soulfullymade.com says
June 10, 2017 at 12:57 pmThank you! The salsa gives it a lot of flavor!
Marsha | Marsha's Baking Addiction says
June 10, 2017 at 10:29 amI absolutely love rice dishes, this sounds so delicious!
nikki@soulfullymade.com says
June 10, 2017 at 12:58 pmThank you!
Lisa | Garlic & Zest says
June 10, 2017 at 10:04 amI think I’m the only person on the planet that doesn’t have an instant pot! I’m sure I could manage this rice on the stovetop though! Love the salsa in it! That’s a genius shortcut!
nikki@soulfullymade.com says
June 10, 2017 at 12:59 pmI haven’t had mine very long. I felt the same way. I have loved experimenting with things I already make in other ways.