Rice Recipes

Serve these cauliflower rice fajita bowls topped with pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream. If you like, you can also add 2 grilled, thinly sliced chicken breasts or 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken.

Grated cauliflower stands in for rice in this flavorful, grain-free side dish, offering a lighter, low-carb alternative without sacrificing taste or texture.

Try this one-pot keto version of traditional jambalaya, which uses cauliflower rice instead of regular rice, andouille sausage, and chicken thighs, for a Louisiana-inspired dinner recipe.

This grain-free, Mexican-style paella is made with chorizo, chicken, tilapia, and cauliflower rice. It makes a beautiful presentation for dinner, and each bite is full of rich flavor.

This way of cooking cauliflower is an excellent substitute for most rice dishes for those looking to add more veggies and cut back on grain. Cauliflower is mild and is a great compliment to the Mediterranean flavors of lemon and mint. The recipe is both SCD and paleo diet-friendly. We served this underneath grilled lamb kabobs. It was a big hit!

This is comfort food at its best, but so healthy and light compared to its rice-based counterpart. When making this recipe, make sure you have all the ingredients chopped, prepped, and ready as the final stir-fry comes together in 10 minutes!

This is a low-carb option for those who want all the flavor of Chinese fried rice but none of the guilt.

This creamy, keto-friendly cauliflower risotto is a quick and easy weeknight family dinner, ideal for those following a gluten-free diet.

This creamy, low-carb cauliflower risotto is made with mushrooms, cauliflower, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. It's perfect as a side dish or even a main course.

Grilling in the Panasonic CIO really brings out the flavor of this teriyaki tofu with those perfect caramelized grill marks as well as the flecks of charred goodness adding a perfect nutty flavor to the roasted cauliflower.

Try this delicious keto Korean beef with cauliflower rice; it is quick and easy to make and will become a family favorite! This makes the perfect weeknight meal.

Indian-style cauliflower rice. Optional additions - sliced red onion, boiled egg, avocado, other biryani things.

Cauliflower rice is a great low-calorie dish to have in your arsenal especially if you are eating low-carb. Super low in carbs, yet such a satisfying dish you will forget it's made from a vegetable and not a grain. There are two reasons I opted for roasted riced cauliflower in place of sauteed: 1) more flavor and 2) better texture.

Bacon-wrapped chicken with brown sugar and chili powder is baked next to cauliflower rice in this easy sheet pan dinner ready in about an hour.

Made with shredded chicken, tender basmati rice, and smoky-sweet caramelized onions and peppers, this chicken Rice-A-Roni was inspired by a Lebanese rice and vermicelli pilaf. Garnish with fresh herbs, lemon juice, chili flakes, hot sauce, or even garlic-infused yogurt!

A complex and intense baharat spice blend infuses roast chicken and basmati rice. I made the spice blend similar to the combinations from the Gulf region by adding spices like loomi (dried lime). Keep this spice mix handy to add to soups, too.

My husband is from Spain, so I started looking into paella recipes. It took me four times to get this brown rice paella right. Now it's his favorite dish, and he expects me to make it every week. I've tweaked this recipe to our tastes, as we like red peppers, capers, and black olives. The vinegar is a Spanish thing, so I always add it. You can leave a little broth in the paella or cook until the broth is fully absorbed — it's simply a matter of preference.

Al kabsa was the first Arabic dish I ever made. It turned out extremely delicious and is a new favorite. Serve with fresh mixed cucumber, carrot, lettuce, and tomato salad — preferably with a little lime vinaigrette. Some fresh pita bread on the side would also be nice. Saudis like their kabsa with a hot sauce called shattah. Enjoy!

This is a simple chicken and rice dish from Lebanon that is eaten regularly in the region.

This recipe is my twist on a traditional Persian chicken and rice dish introduced to me by a good friend's wife at a family dinner. I like to serve this to my family as a main meal accompanied with a salad.

Everybody likes chicken and rice. Just about every major culture has some sort of version of this archetypal recipe (by the way, people from minor cultures please save your emails). This is pure down-to-the-bone comfort food.

The original, purist, real-deal chicken and sausage gumbo from a certified Cajun. Serve over cooked jasmine rice with hot French bread to dip.

A traditional paella Valenciana. I lived in Spain for two years where I was taught the art of making paella which originated in Valencia. I haven't found anything on here which is even close to authentic, so I thought I would add this recipe for those who would like to try a taste of Spain. First and foremost you will need a special paella pan called a paellera or just a paella. Trust me after you taste this you'll be glad you bought the special pan.

Popular and spicy West African chicken and rice dish.

Arroz caldo is a comforting and flavorsome Filipino rice and chicken soup served mainly as a snack but can be enjoyed any time of the day.

This Puerto Rican arroz con pollo — or rice and chicken — recipe is a classic island-cuisine dish filled with the savory flavors of ham, pork, capers, olives, and tomatoes.

Singapore chicken rice is indigenous to South East Asia. It is incredibly easy to make and brings a flavor of the Straits of Malacca to your dinner table with minimum fuss. Impress your family and friends with this delicious recipe! Serve chile sauce as a condiment.

Oyakodon is a delicious traditional Japanese meal consisting of chicken sautéed and then cooked in a Japanese broth, and then finished with egg and served over rice. It's really easy, filling, and delicious.

This traditional Puerto Rican chicken and rice stew is filling and flavorful.

If you love rice, cream of chicken soup, and biscuits, this is the casserole for you. I remember when I was younger and my mother had made something similar to this from a kit. I decided to try to remake it without a kit to how I remember it. It's perfect for those cool rainy days.

This chicken, spinach, and rice casserole is an excellent and easy dish that I actually came up with one night when I was broke. These ingredients were what I had. I even surprised myself!

This chicken and rice casserole recipe makes a tasty, comforting dish. It's a cinch to throw together, and you'd never guess the creaminess comes from reduced-fat ingredients.

This is a very simple, quick, and tasty recipe and a special treat for all of you chicken thigh lovers out there!

A yummy casserole with rice, beans, chicken, cheese and veggies. It's easy to prepare and the whole family will love it!

This recipe is an easy oh-so-good chicken casserole with lots of flavor.

This cheesy chicken broccoli rice casserole is very easy to make. You can leave out the onion but it does add flavor. It can be made ahead and frozen.

I grew up with this chicken and rice casserole recipe. My Grandmother got it from a lady from church at a potluck a long time ago! She passed it down to my mom and it's always been a family favorite. Quick and easy for school nights, and the leftovers are just as good! You can use less butter on top of course, my Momma and Mamaw always put the full stick on top (gotta love Southern ladies and their butter!)

Layers of rice, chicken breast, a creamy soup and salsa mixture and two kinds of cheese add up to a simply yummy salsa casserole! This recipe is a family favorite because it's delicious and easily made with ingredients found in the pantry.

Red rice and sausage is a Charleston favorite. I like to use turkey sausage, another good alternative is Italian sausage.

This is an easy dish to experiment with Indian cooking, assuming it is not a family tradition already. I learned it from my sous chef Robbie J. at Keswick Hall.

I make Hoppin' John every New Year's day. It's supposed to bring you luck, and so far, my life's been pretty good! It's also good anytime you need a hearty, homey meal.

Gullah red rice is one of Charleston, South Carolina's best dishes. Being from the sea islands of Charleston, this is a go-to dish passed down!

If you're looking for a crowd-pleasing chicken and rice dinner that can feed an army, your search ends here. Chicken bog, which shares a history with pilau, is a simple South Carolina staple that has stood the test of time. This big-batch chicken bog recipe comes from Kent Huggins, a Carolina native who has perfected his family's technique over decades. What sets Kent's version apart? His chicken bog (which uses a strict 3:1 stock-to-rice ratio) is cooked in the oven. This eliminates the temptation to stir the rice and ensures a perfectly boggy texture.

A co-worker and good friend introduced me to this okra rice recipe but never gave exact amounts. I worked to get it just right so I could share it with you. It is so good!

This shrimp 'n' gravy, an original Charleston favorite, is usually served as 'shrimp n grits.' Serve over fresh hot grits, rice, or biscuits.

This is an extremely simple and quick recipe which produces marvelous results! Garlic is mashed and placed into the rice cooker with some chicken for flavour. The result is the extremely fragrant garlic rice to die for! Delicious by itself, even better with some chicken!

Simple, tasty rice.

These rice cakes are absolutely delicious and have crunchy crust with light, moist interiors. The ginger, coconut milk, and sweet potatoes make the sauce absolutely yummy. You can replace the orange juice with water if you like.

This quick one-pot version of Jamaican rice and peas opts for kidney beans, with a kick from Scotch bonnet peppers and red pepper flakes.

This Thai fried rice is called American fried rice (Khao Pad American) in Thailand, because it uses ingredients that are considered American, like ketchup and bacon. It is very popular in Thailand and easy to make. All ingredients should be prepped in advance cause once you start frying the rice, it goes fast. If people are really hungry, you can serve a fried egg on top of the fried rice.

Rice tossed with dried fruit, nuts, orange zest and green onions. It's very colorful and very tasty. You can use lemon or orange zest, raisins or dried cranberries, and any kind of nut you prefer. It's a recipe that's easy to mold to your tastes. The way I wrote it here is my favorite combination and always a hit with guests.

This ginger rice with dried mango is a super easy summer side dish.

This poblano rice recipe allows you to taste what poblano peppers bring to the table! Most poblano recipes use the pepper as a container. This showcases the pepper and its incredible stand-alone flavor. This rice dish pairs well with fish!

Jeera rice is literally cumin rice, and a favorite way to prepare rice throughout India and South Asia. A wonderfully and subtly flavored rice that enhances the flavor of many a dull meal!

This coconut jasmine rice is one of my favorite rice recipes. It goes great with just about anything! Try it with ginger chicken!

Wonderful easy recipe for jasmine rice and bok choy.

You can make this super-delicious Filipino coconut garlic fried rice (sinangag) recipe mostly ahead of time because you need the steamed rice to cool and dry out a bit before you fry it. The final result is irresistible and goes with everything on this menu, so I like to make two batches — one plain and one with the optional turmeric — which adds a little extra flavor and a pretty orange color.

This rice dish is quick and easy.

My mom would always make this delicious, creamy rice pudding when we were kids. If a thicker rice is desired, increase rice to 1 1/4 cups and add another egg. Sprinkle with cinnamon.

This sweet sticky rice with mangoes recipe makes a delicious typical Thai dessert.