
SLOW COOKER SPANISH RICE



INGREDIENTS
- 2 tablespoons pure vegetable oil
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1 4 ounce can diced green chiles
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 14.5 ounce cans fire roasted diced tomatoes with garlic undrained
- 1 16 ounce jar hot salsa
- 8 cups reduced sodium chicken broth
- 4 cups long grain white rice
DIRECTIONS
In large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions, peppers, chiles, garlic and chili powder; sauté until onions are softened (about 3-5 minutes).
Add undrained tomatoes and salsa; salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil.
Transfer tomato mixture to a 6-quart or larger slow cooker. Add broth and rice; stir.
Cook on HIGH 6-8 hours or until rice is tender, stirring occasionally.