Fire up your taste buds with our mouthwatering copycat Chipotle Rice recipe! This flavorful dish boasts fluffy long grain white or brown rice infused with delicious herbs and seasoning, creating an aromatic sensation in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare, it's the perfect side for Mexican-inspired meals or a standalone flavorful bowl.
Course dinner, lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword Chipotle cilantro lime brown rice, Chipotle cilantro lime rice, cilantro lime brown rice, cilantro lime rice
Add all of the ingredients to the Instant Pot or pressure cooker. (I add the cilantro here because I like the taste of the rice when it's cooked with the cilantro flavor). I toss the rice with additional cilantro once cooked.
Seal and cook for 3 minutes on Manual Pressure Cooking.
When the pot indicates it has finished, allow steam to release naturally for 10 minutes. Press the steam release and remove the lid.
Remove the bay leaf. Add additional salt to taste if necessary. Serve. I add additional cilantro to garnish.
Stovetop
Add the water to a pot and bring it to a boil. Add rice, bay leaf, butter, and salt. Stir and return to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes or until the water has evaporated and the rice is soft and fluffy.
Remove the bay leaf. Add the cilantro, lime juice, and lemon juice along with any additional salt to taste if necessary. Serve.
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Notes
The type of rice you use matters. If you don't use long-grain rice, the texture won't be the same.
Always read the instructions on the rice that you use and purchased. Cooking rice on the stove isn't always foolproof. Take note of how the rice you use should be prepared.
The use of oil in the recipe is optional. My favorite is butter. I suspect Chipotle uses vegetable oil, maybe canola so either of those will work as well. Any oil will work, but keep in mind the oil you use will impact the taste of the rice.
Rinsing the rice before use will rinse away dirt and excess starch. I like to use a mesh strainer and ensure the water runs clear while rinsing the rice.