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super quick rice with kidney beans

Recipe by
Ellen Gwaltney Bales
Indianapolis, IN

Don't you just love beans and rice? They seem to go together like ham & eggs, salt & pepper, Ben & Jerry's--whoops, getting off the subject! This is such a simple and delicious dish and it's ready in minutes. Recipe & photo: favehealthyrecipes.com

yield 2 -4
prep time 5 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For super quick rice with kidney beans

  • 1 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1/2 c
    bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 c
    onion, chopped
  • 1 can
    (15.5 oz.) kidney beans, drained
  • 2
    chicken bouillon cubes
  • 2 c
    water
  • 1/2 tsp
    hot sauce
  • 2 c
    quick cooking brown rice, uncooked

How To Make super quick rice with kidney beans

  • 1
    In a large skillet on medium heat, saute bell pepper and onions in butter until tender, stirring frequently.
  • 2
    Stir in water, kidney beans, chicken bouillon and hot sauce. Bring to a boil. Stir in the rice and cover.
  • 3
    Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes. Serve immediately. This can either be a main dish with a salad and rolls, or it can be a side dish accompanying the meat of your choice.
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