Tomato Rice Skillet Dinner (Printable)

One-pan dish with tender rice, juicy tomatoes, garlic, and herbs—quick, flavorful, and satisfying.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
02 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with juices

→ Grains

04 - 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed

→ Liquids

05 - 2 cups vegetable broth or water

→ Seasonings

06 - 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
07 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning

→ Optional

09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - Fresh parsley, for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add the onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until soft and translucent.
02 - Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add rinsed rice to the skillet; toast for 1 to 2 minutes until edges become slightly translucent.
04 - Pour in diced tomatoes with juices and vegetable broth; season with salt, black pepper, and oregano. Stir well to combine.
05 - Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
06 - Remove skillet from heat; let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork.
07 - Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy one-pan dinner
  • Budget-friendly and wholesome
02 -
  • Substitute brown rice for white and increase cooking time for extra nuttiness.
  • Check labels if using prepared broth to avoid hidden allergens.
03 -
  • Toast the rice before adding liquids for a deeper flavor.
  • Let the skillet rest covered to finish steaming and keep rice fluffy.
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