17 Meals You Can Build From Leftover Rice
Deep Fried Jambalya
Cajun shrimp, andouille sausage, and seasoned rice get wrapped in a crispy batter for a deep-fried twist on jambalaya. It’s bold, crunchy, and seriously addictive. If you love the classic, you’ll be all over this version.
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Stuffed Pepper Casserole
This beef and rice dish is rich, cheesy, and saucy—kind of like stuffed peppers, but way faster and easier to throw together.
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Shrimp Fried Rice
Shrimp and rice come together in a lighter version of takeout-style fried rice. It’s fresh, flavorful, and on the table in under 30 minutes.
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Korean Beef Bowl
This Korean beef bowl uses ground beef simmered with garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger. Served over rice with green onions and sesame seeds, it’s an easy, flavor-packed dinner ready in under half an hour.
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Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl
Lean beef, sweet peppers, and a tangy, savory sauce make this beef and pepper rice bowl a fast, flavorful option for busy nights. Served over rice, it’s got just the right balance of heat and comfort.
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Copycat Panera Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
If you’re craving Panera’s chicken and wild rice soup, this homemade version nails it. Creamy, cozy, and full of flavor, it’s perfect for a laid-back lunch or comforting dinner.
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Crispy Rice Salad
This crispy rice salad went viral for a reason—it mixes crunchy rice with herbs, veggies, peanuts, and a zippy Asian-inspired dressing that ties it all together.
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Chicken Fried Rice
This garlicky chicken and rice dish comes together fast with pantry staples. It’s bright, comforting, and a complete meal in one skillet.
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Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl
Spicy tuna rice bowls are bold, creamy, and ready in 20 minutes. Each bite has the perfect mix of heat, richness, and crunch.
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Spicy BBQ Pork Rice Bowl
This BBQ pork rice bowl is smoky, savory, and super simple to make. It’s a quick lunch or dinner that hits all the right notes.
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Ground Turkey Broccoli Cheese Rice Skillet
Ground turkey, broccoli, rice, and melty cheese come together in this cozy skillet. It’s hearty, one-pan, and ready in under 40 minutes.
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Teriyaki Ground Turkey Rice Bowls
Teriyaki turkey rice bowls are sweet, savory, and great for busy weeknights. The sauce is balanced and full of flavor, and everything comes together fast.
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Stuffed Cream Cheese Chicken Burritos
Stuffed cream cheese chicken burritos are rich, cheesy, and endlessly customizable. They’re perfect for meal prep, lunchboxes, or an easy dinner with a side salad.
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Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole
Cheesy chicken and rice casserole is a family classic. It’s warm, gooey, and satisfying—perfect for weeknights or feeding a crowd.
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Mexican Beef And Rice Casserole
Mexican beef and rice casserole is packed with taco flavor and topped with cheese. It’s a one-pot stovetop meal that’s easy to love and even easier to clean up.
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Mexican Street Corn Rice Bowls
These Mexican street corn rice bowls turn elote into a hearty meal. They’re creamy, tangy, and topped with Cotija for a punch of flavor in every bite.
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Jambalaya
Jambalaya is the ultimate one-pot meal, packed with chicken, sausage, shrimp, and bold Cajun flavor. It's a crowd-pleaser with serious comfort food vibes.
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