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Original Spanish-Style Bacon Rice

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Original Spanish-Style Bacon Rice combines smoky bacon with tender rice simmered in a tomato-chicken broth, then studded with sweet corn, briny black olives, and soft peppers for a balanced bite. Each forkful is hearty and gently spiced, making it perfect for a cozy family dinner or a casual potluck side that stands on its own.

  • Prep20 min
  • Cook55 min
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyMedium
Original Spanish-Style Bacon Rice
  1. 1

    In a small saucepan, bring the chicken broth and tomato sauce to a boil, about 5 minutes. Lower the heat to medium and keep it at a simmer while you prepare the remaining ingredients.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning now and then, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Move the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, keeping the bacon grease in the skillet. Chop the bacon.

  3. 3

    Cook and stir the onion in the reserved bacon grease over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the rice; cook and stir until lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour the boiling chicken broth and tomato sauce into the rice mixture; add the diced tomatoes, green peppers, and chopped bacon. Season with chili powder, salt, and pepper.

  4. 4

    Cover and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, 30 to 40 minutes. Stir the black olives and corn into the rice mixture before serving.

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