Savory Oven-Baked Rice and Beans

Savory Oven-Baked Rice and Beans

Ingredients

• 3 cups basmati rice
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt, or to taste
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (Optional)
• ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (16 ounce) jar tomato salsa
• 2 cups chicken broth

Method

1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a casserole dish, combine the uncooked rice with chili powder, salt, cumin, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and oregano. Drizzle olive oil over the mixture and stir well to ensure the rice is fully coated.
3. Add the beans, salsa, and broth to the rice mixture and stir until everything is well incorporated. Cover the dish tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
4. Place the covered dish in the oven and bake for approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and tender.
5. After baking, carefully remove the foil, taste the dish, and adjust the seasoning if needed. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve it hot.