Red Beans and Rice with Ham
from Tiffany at eatathomecooks.com
Servings: 6 to 8
Calories: 540kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups dry brown rice
- 2 Tbs. oil for sautéing
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced or crushed
- 1 green pepper chopped
- 3 cups diced ham
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 15 oz. can diced tomatoes fire-roasted or regular, undrained
- 2 15 oz. cans kidney beans
- 2 tsp. hot sauce
Instructions
For stovetop rice:
- Cook the rice according to the package directions.
For Instant Pot rice:
- Place brown rice and 2½ cups water in the instant pot, close the lid and seal.
- Cook the rice for 17 minutes on high pressure, followed by a quick pressure release.
For red beans and ham:
- In a skillet, sauté the onion and garlic in oil
- Add the green pepper and ham and cook for a few minutes, until the green pepper is tender-crisp.
- Add the chicken broth, tomatoes, hot sauce and beans, and bring to a boil.
- Cover and turn down the heat, letting it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Serve over the cooked rice, with extra hot sauce for those who like more spice.
Nutrition
Calories: 540kcal | Carbohydrates: 88g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 1181mg | Potassium: 1005mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 161IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 7mg