SPANISH RICE AND MEATBALLS

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A tasty recipe that we enjoy. (I often make large batches of meatballs and freeze them to use in recipes such as this - a real time saver!) This meal cooks in one skillet, minimizing clean-up - who can't appreciate that?!

Provided by Sweet Diva MJ

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 slices bacon
2/3 cup uncooked white rice
1 lb lean ground beef
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup soft breadcrumbs
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/3 cup Heinz 57 steak sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 green pepper, cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1/2 cup sliced celery

Steps:

  • In large skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove, coarsely crumble and set aside.
  • Drain drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon.
  • In a large bowl, combine beef, breadcrumbs, egg, salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
  • Form into 20 meatballs, using a rounded tablespoon for each.
  • In same skillet, brown meatballs in reserved drippings; remove.
  • In same skillet, saute onion and celery until tender-crisp; drain excess fat.
  • Add rice, water,tomatoes, 57 sauce, ΒΌ teaspoon pepper and hot pepper sauce.
  • Cover; simmer 20 minutes.
  • Stir in bacon, meatballs and green pepper. Cover; simmer and additional 10 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed,stirring occasionally.
  • Serves 4.

sojib sr2003
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This recipe was a success! The rice was cooked perfectly and the chicken and chorizo were tender and juicy. I loved the flavors in the sauce and the overall combination of ingredients. This is definitely a dish that I will be making again.


Vikram Sindhi
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I loved this recipe! The rice was cooked perfectly and the chicken and chorizo were tender and juicy. I loved the flavors in the sauce and the overall combination of ingredients. This is definitely a dish that I will be making again.


Jacqueline Cote
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This was a great recipe. The rice was cooked perfectly and the chicken and chorizo were tender and juicy. I loved the flavors in the sauce and the overall combination of ingredients. This is definitely a dish that I will be making again.


NOki Ton
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What a great recipe! The rice was fluffy and the chicken and chorizo were cooked to perfection. I loved the flavors in the sauce and the overall combination of ingredients. This is definitely a dish that will be a favorite in my household.


TX Ahmed
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Absolutely delicious! The rice was cooked perfectly and the chicken and chorizo were so tender and flavorful. I loved the combination of spices in the rice and the sauce. This is definitely a dish I will be making again.


Porscha Deras
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out delicious. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the chicken and chorizo were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Spanish food.


Beatrice Mbonabi
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This rice was a party in my mouth! The flavors just danced together and lingered for a long time. It wasn't too spicy or too bland, just perfect. The chicken and chorizo were also cooked to perfection. I'm definitely making this again.


rabiya rahman
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This was my first time making Spanish rice and it turned out great! The rice was fluffy and perfectly seasoned. The chicken and chorizo were also cooked perfectly and added a delicious flavor to the dish. I will definitely be making this recipe again


Zechs Merquise
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the rice and the chicken and chorizo were cooked perfectly. The recipe was easy to follow and I didn't have to make any substitutions. I will definitely be making this dish agai


Faggie Mulube
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This recipe was a hit! My family loved the combination of flavors in the rice and the tender, flavorful chicken and chorizo. The rice cooked perfectly and the chicken was moist and juicy. I will definitely be making this dish again.


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