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Creative Rice Recipes to Shake Up Dinner

Published: Jun 22, 2025 by Yuan

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Rice doesn’t have to be boring. These dishes bring new life to a simple staple, packed with bold flavors and fun textures. From savory to spicy, each recipe offers a fresh twist. It’s time rice got the spotlight it deserves.

Dirty Rice

Savory Southern-style rice dish with ground meat, spices, and vegetables.
Dirty Rice. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

A Creole classic, dirty rice is the perfect dish to make to get in touch with some Southern roots. As long as it looks dirty, browned, meaty, and savory, it is going to be delicious!
Get the Recipe: Dirty Rice

Broccoli Rice Casserole

Creamy baked casserole with rice, broccoli, and melted cheese topping.
Broccoli Rice Casserole. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

This broccoli rice casserole is the classic casserole redone with a homemade cheese sauce and crispy Parmesan Panko topping!
Get the Recipe: Broccoli Rice Casserole

Blackstone Ham & Pineapple Fried Rice

Fried rice with ham, sweet pineapple, and vegetables cooked on a griddle.
Blackstone Ham & Pineapple Fried Rice. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A sweet and savory fried rice dish featuring ham and pineapple, perfect for a quick and tasty meal, especially if you enjoy Asian-inspired flavors.
Get the Recipe: Blackstone Ham & Pineapple Fried Rice

Creamy Chicken Mushroom Wild Rice Soup

Hearty creamy soup with chicken, mushrooms, and wild rice.
Creamy Chicken Mushroom Wild Rice Soup. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This soup combines chicken, mushrooms, and wild rice in a creamy broth, creating a rich and satisfying meal. It's a well-rounded option, ideal for those seeking a comforting yet substantial dish.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Chicken Mushroom Wild Rice Soup

Light Chipotle Chicken & Rice Stuffed Peppers

Bell peppers filled with chipotle-seasoned chicken and rice, baked to perfection.
Light Chipotle Chicken & Rice Stuffed Peppers. Photo credit: The Creative Bite.

A healthy stuffed pepper recipe with a spicy chipotle chicken and brown rice filling topped with crunchy chips for great flavor and texture. It's a great choice for a flavorful and nutritious meal.
Get the Recipe: Light Chipotle Chicken & Rice Stuffed Peppers

Pressure Cooker Lemon Chicken & Brown Rice Soup

Light and zesty soup with chicken, brown rice, and a hint of lemon.
Pressure Cooker Lemon Chicken & Brown Rice Soup. Photo credit: The Creative Bite.

A comforting and healthy soup made in a pressure cooker, featuring lemon chicken and brown rice. It's a warm and nutritious meal, ideal for a cozy dinner.
Get the Recipe: Pressure Cooker Lemon Chicken & Brown Rice Soup

Mango Wild Rice Salad

Colorful rice salad with sweet mango, cilantro, and a spicy kick.
Mango Wild Rice Salad. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

This spicy cilantro mango wild rice salad is filled with cabbage, jicama and pickled jalapeños and tossed in a bright cilantro mango dressing.
Get the Recipe: Mango Wild Rice Salad

Italian Rice Salad - Insalata di Riso

Vibrant cold rice salad with Italian flavors, vegetables, and herbs.
Italian Rice Salad - Insalata di Riso. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This flavourful Italian rice salad is perfect for a picnic, potluck, summer BBQ, or as a versatile side dish for a simple lunch or dinner.
Get the Recipe: Italian Rice Salad - Insalata di Riso

Kimchi Fried Rice

Flavor-packed fried rice with spicy kimchi and a fried egg topping.
Kimchi Fried Rice. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Treat your taste buds to this delicious kimchi fried rice. It's a tasty dish that only takes half an hour to make, and offers so much flavor.
Get the Recipe: Kimchi Fried Rice

Salmon Coconut Rice Bowl

Coconut rice topped with flaky salmon, vegetables, and fresh herbs.
Salmon Coconut Rice Bowl. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

This Salmon Coconut Rice Bowl is healthy, delicious, and perfect for make-ahead lunches. Plus it’s an easy pantry meal, as almost all ingredients are shelf-stable!
Get the Recipe: Salmon Coconut Rice Bowl

Turkey Rice Soup

Cozy soup with tender turkey, rice, and vegetables in a savory broth.
Turkey Rice Soup. Photo credit: Stetted.

Creamy turkey rice soup is an easy and delicious way to use up your leftover turkey, ready in under an hour. Try with roasted chicken, too!
Get the Recipe: Turkey Rice Soup

Easy Spinach Mushroom Rice Recipe (Vegan Friendly)

Quick and simple sautéed rice with spinach, mushrooms, and garlic.
Easy Spinach Mushroom Rice Recipe (Vegan Friendly). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This spinach mushroom rice recipe is easy to prepare, bursting with flavors, and offers a nutritious twist to regular rice dishes.
Get the Recipe: Easy Spinach Mushroom Rice Recipe (Vegan Friendly)

Easy Tofu Fried Rice Recipe: For Busy Weeknights

Crispy tofu tossed with seasoned fried rice and fresh vegetables.
Easy Tofu Fried Rice Recipe: For Busy Weeknights. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This tofu fried rice recipe is not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile and packed with healthy ingredients.
Get the Recipe: Easy Tofu Fried Rice Recipe: For Busy Weeknights

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