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These Spicy Drumsticks with Mexican Rice are made in ONE pan and ready in under 30 minutes!

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Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Yield: 6 -ish drumsticks + about 2 cups rice
These Spicy Drumsticks with Mexican Rice are made in ONE pan and ready in under 30 minutes!
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Ingredients
 

  • 1.5 pounds drumsticks
  • 1 1 ounce packet taco seasoning (McCormick has a gluten free seasoning)
  • 1 10 ounce can Ro-Tel, undrained
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 1 cup white rice
  • *Extra toppings or add ins: chopped green onions, chopped bell pepper, shredded cheese, salsa, avocado, sour cream.

Equipment

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet to medium heat and spray with cooking oil.
  • In a large plastic bag toss the drumsticks in HALF the taco seasoning and pan sear until lightly browned (about 30 seconds- 1 minute on each side)
  • Remove the drumsticks from the pan, then add the can of undrained Ro-Tel, water and remaining taco seasoning and bring to a simmer.
  • Add rice and stir well. Place drumsticks onto bed of rice, cover pan, and reduce heat to low.
  • Cook 20 minutes until all water is absorbed.
  • Top with extras!

Notes

If you do not have a seasoning packet, feel free to try this taco seasoning recipe!
Serving: 1 drumsticks + 1/3 cup rice, Calories: 361kcal, Carbohydrates: 32g, Protein: 27.5g, Fat: 12.4g, Cholesterol: 124.4mg, Sodium: 882.6mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 3.4g
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