"This is Easy Mexican Rice recipe turns plain white rice from your pantry, into a delicious side dish packed with mexcian flavors and cheese!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1½ cups long-grain white rice
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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½ yellow onion (diced)
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1 clove garlic (minced)
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles with juice
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½ teaspoon ground cumin
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¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
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½ teaspoon chili powder
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½ cup Mexican Blend cheese
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1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce (minced; optional)
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¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro plus more for garnish
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Juice of ½ lime