Red Beans and Rice with Ham
from Tiffany at eatathomecooks.com
Servings: 3 to 4
Calories: 597kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry brown rice
- 1 Tbs. oil for sautéing
- 1 small onion chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced or crushed
- ½ green pepper chopped
- 1½ cups ham diced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 15 oz. can diced tomatoes roasted or regular, undrained
- 15 oz. can kidney beans
- 1 tsp. hot sauce
Instructions
For stovetop rice:
- Cook the rice according to the package directions.
For Instant Pot rice:
- Place brown rice and 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: 597kcal | Carbohydrates: 79g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 1731mg | Potassium: 1143mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 244IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 125mg | Iron: 5mg