Cheesy Spinach-Rice Skillet Recipe

Name: Cheesy Spinach-Rice Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 jalapeno peppers; 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1 cup chopped yellow onion; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained, and squeezed dry; 1 cup evaporated fat-free milk; 1/2 cup tub light cream cheese; 3/4 cup (3 ounces) reduced-fat shredded sharp Cheddar cheese; 1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

2 jalapeno peppers
1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 cup chopped yellow onion
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained, and squeezed dry
1 cup evaporated fat-free milk
1/2 cup tub light cream cheese
3/4 cup (3 ounces) reduced-fat shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

1
Remove and discard stems and seeds from jalapeno peppers; mince peppers, and set aside.
2
Cook rice according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
3
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; saute 5 minutes or until golden. Add spinach, minced pepper, and milk; stir to blend thoroughly. Bring to a boil; add cream cheese, and stir until cheese melts. Remove from heat.
4
Add rice, Cheddar cheese, artichokes, salt, and black pepper to spinach mixture; stir well. Place over medium heat; cover and cook 7 to 10 minutes, stirring twice, until mixture thickens slightly.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 jalapeno peppers, 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, 1 cup chopped yellow onion, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Spinach-Rice Skillet falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cheesy Spinach-Rice Skillet

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