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cooked Spanish Mexican rice in a white slow cooker Crockpot with a wooden spoon
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Slow Cooker Crockpot Spanish Rice

This Slow Cooker Crockpot Spanish Rice is crafted with a homemade blend of aromatic spices including smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin. As the rice simmers low and slow, the rich medley of seasonings infuses every grain, producing mouthwatering flavor in every bite. Pair this with tacos, enchiladas, nachos, or your favorite main dishes.
Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine American, Mexican, spanish
Keyword Crockpot Mexican rice, Crockpot Spanish rice, slow cooker Mexican rice, slow cooker Spanish rice
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 cups
Calories 194kcal
Author Brandi Crawford

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients to the slow cooker and stir.
  • Place the lid on the pot. Cook on low heat for 2 to 3 hours or high heat for 1 to 2 hours. Every slow cooker cooks at varying speeds. You should keep a watchful eye your first time making the dish to avoid overcooked, mushy rice.
    I do not recommend the use of the "Keep Warm" setting on the slow cooker once the dish is finished. You risk overcooked mushy rice.
  • Cool before serving.

Notes

The rice is very bland without salt. Be sure to add salt to the dish. You can add it at the end once it's cooked if you are afraid of over-salting.
You can make it spicy by adding cayenne pepper.
For extra flavor, you can sautee the onions and garlic in a skillet prior to adding them to the slow cooker. You can toast the rice as well. You can skip this step if preferred.
To avoid mushy, overcooked rice consider the following:
    • Cooking Time: Overcooking the rice can result in a mushy texture. Rice absorbs more liquid and becomes softer the longer it cooks. Avoid leaving the rice in the Crockpot for too long.
    • Lid Removal: Opening the slow cooker lid during cooking releases heat and interrupts the cooking process. This can affect the rice's texture and may result in mushiness. It's best to avoid removing the lid multiple times throughout the cooking process.
    • Stirring: Stirring the rice excessively during cooking can cause the grains to break down and become mushy. Unlike stovetop cooking, Crockpot rice benefits from minimal agitation. It's best to let the rice cook undisturbed to maintain its structure.
    • Slow Cooker Heat Variations: The heating element and temperature control of slow cookers can vary, which might affect cooking times and rice texture. It's important to be familiar with your specific Crockpot's settings and adjust cooking times as needed to achieve the desired rice texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 194kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 7g