Rice Dinner Recipes

Tina Rupp, Food & WineRice, one of the most widely-produced grains in the world, is a staple in many cultures, and therefore is integrated into cuisines from Japan to Mexico. Though the world's many rices are an always-reliable side, we found a number of rice dinner recipes in our database that prove the grains can be the main focus of your meal. The bonus? These are often the sort of one-skillet meals that enable quick preparation and easy clean-up.
Rice Dinner Recipes
Scallions, toasted sesame oil and lightly toasted sesame seeds transform fried rice into a richly flavorful meal, with plenty of and protein thanks to tofu and edamame.
Get the Tofu Veggie and Sesame Fried Rice recipe.
Arroz con pollo means "chicken with rice" in Spanish, and is traditionally made with chicken, tomatoes green pepper and somtimes saffron. This version is dressed up with white wine and asparagus.
Get the Arroz Con Pollo recipe.
Sausage and peppers go hand in hand, and in this one-skillet dish, they are given extra flavor with garlic, onion, celery, dried thyme leaves and chicken broth.
Get the Savory Sausage and Rice Skillet recipe.
Sherry and Spanish-style chorizo turn plain black bean soup into a full-bodied meal, perfectly accompanied by yellow rice.
Get the Sherried Black Bean Soup with Chorizo and Yellow Rice recipe.
The combination of seared ground pork and sweet, fragrant Chinese sausage gives this fried rice an extra special edge. (The pineapple, as always, is the perfect sweet, citrusy finishing touch.)
Get the Pork and Pineapple Fried Rice recipe.
This sausage-studded spicy rice is perfect for those with a more adventurous palate, and pairs wonderfully with a cooling, creamy coleslaw.
Get the Kielbasa Cajun Dirty Rice recipe.
Want to feed a crowd? This Cuban take on the classic Spanish paella is a delicious dish that's festive enough for any family gathering. What's better? The leftovers can be combined with eggs to make an omelet or tossed together with fresh veggies for additional meals.
Get the Cuban Style Pork and Rice recipe.
Risotto is so rich, it often seems too filling to be just a side. With the addition of sweet Italian sausage, this mouth-watering dish becomes a delicious, nutritious main.
Get the Fennel and Sausage Risotto recipe.
These tasty stuffed vegetables are as filling as they are beautiful to behold. Protein-rich red lentils and pine nuts turn this hearty dish into a main.
Get the Stuffed Vegetables with Lentil Rice, Pine Nuts and Parsley recipe.
The combination of beef stock, beef broth and spicy picante sauce make a delicious base for rice and sirloin steak, accented with parsley for flavor and color.
Get the Zesty Beef and Rice Skillet recipe.
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