Oven-Baked Rice with Beans
Oven-Baked Rice with Beans brings fluffy basmati grains together with creamy kidney beans, all infused with warm chili and cumin, a hint of cayenne, and the brightness of tomato salsa. Each bite is hearty and well-seasoned, making it a comforting side or a simple main for weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it hot alongside grilled meats or a crisp salad.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook1 hr 10 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Oven-Baked Rice with Beans, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 16 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 57 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 55
- Heart Health
- 74
- Metabolic
- 43
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 29
- Performance
- 41
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
Add the rice to a casserole dish; season with chili powder, salt, cumin, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and oregano. Pour in the olive oil and stir until the rice is well coated. Add the beans, salsa, and broth; stir until evenly mixed. Cover very tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven until the rice is tender, about 1 hour and 10 minutes. Remove the foil; taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Fluff with a fork and serve hot.
- Calories 419.37 kcal High 21%
- Protein 12.73 g Good Source 25%
- Carbohydrate 75.48 g 27%
- Total Fat 7.75 g Moderate 10%
- Saturated Fat 1.13 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 4.7 mg Low Source 2%
- Sodium 433.12 mg Moderate 19%
- Dietary Fiber 6.0 g Good Source 21%
- Total Sugars 1.85 g --
- Added Sugars 0.03 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 29.95 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 2.93 mg Moderate 16%
- Potassium 409.27 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 6.95 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 0.8 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Oven Baked Rice with Beans is made with 9 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 1 hr 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Basmati Rice, Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 419.37 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Oven-Baked Rice with Beans made of?
- The main ingredients are Basmati Rice, Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Broth, Chili Powder. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Oven-Baked Rice with Beans?
- About 1 hr 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 1 hr 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 419.37 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Oven-Baked Rice with Beans easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Oven-Baked Rice with Beans healthy?
- Oven-Baked Rice with Beans has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 419.37 calories and 12.73 g of protein, or 25% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 433.12 mg (19% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.13 g (6% of the Daily Value). Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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