Recipes to Make in your Rice Cooker

There’s so much more than just rice that can be made in a rice cooker. Think soups, pasta, chili, chicken, shrimp, and even dessert! A rice cooker is a powerhouse in the kitchen that can turn out some incredibly tasty dishes!

Stuck in a dinner rut? Shake things up with these incredible recipes to make your family grin from ear to ear!

Of course we’ve got some fun new ways to make rice, risotto, and pasta, as well as veggies.

But it’s not just side dishes, either. From tangy teriyaki shrimp to flavorful chili – your taste buds are in for a treat!

Rice Cooker Side Dishes

You can make so much more than just rice in your rice cooker. Veggies like broccoli, carrots, green beans, and corn on the cob can all be made in a rice cooker.

Parmesan Risotto

Creamy parmesan risotto prepared in a rice cooker effortlessly captures the essence of Italian comfort food.

Each spoonful is a delicious blend of velvety rice infused with garlicky goodness and the nutty richness of parmesan cheese.

Steamed Broccoli

Learn how to steam broccoli in a rice cooker so that it has the perfect tender-crisp texture!

This method for cooking broccoli turns out perfectly every time. It’s great for doing big batches, too.

Cilantro Lime Rice

This simple cilantro lime rice is fluffy with a subtle coconut flavor and hints of citrus.

This recipe starts with jasmine rice and includes both stovetop and rice cooker instructions!

Rice Cooker Rice Pilaf

Rice pilaf with carots and celery in a serving dish with a spoon.

Grab your rice cooker and some basmati rice and get ready for a deliciously easy side dish!

I love that this rice cooker rice pilaf recipe takes just 10 minutes to cook and I don’t have to fuss with it – just dump and go.

Mac and Cheese

Smooth and creamy rice cooker mac and cheese is ready in just 20 minutes with no need to make a roux for your cheese sauce.

Serve as is for a side dish or stir in some mixed veggies and shredded chicken for a full meal.

Red Beans and Rice

You’re just six ingredients and 20 minutes away from a yummy bowl of red beans and rice.

Pair with your favorite bbq ribs or fried chicken and cornbread for a tasty homestyle meal the whole family will love.

Mexican Rice

Plan your taco bar around this quick and easy 30 minute Mexican rice.

Chances are you’ll have everything you need (garlic, onion, vegetable broth, and tomato pasta) in your pantry to make this delicious recipe.

Mushroom Broccoli Rice

Top down view of rice with broccoli and mushrooms.

This rice cooker rice with mushrooms and Chinese broccoli is better than any takeout you can order!

Burdock root can be found at your local Asian market, or you can easily substitute carrots or radishes instead.

Cheesy Broccoli Rice

This easy and cheesy broccoli rice with steamed broccoli, onions, and garlic is ready in less than 30 minutes.

This simple recipe uses Arborio rice and can be made with cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack cheese. You can also use fresh or frozen broccoli.

Rice Cooker Meals

These rice cooker meals are great when you don’t have access to an oven. It’s perfect for your camp, RV, or dorm room.

Rice Cooker Chili

No need to chop veggies with this easy rice cooker chili recipe.

That’s because this recipe uses canned diced tomatoes and kidney beans with ground beef and seasonings, meaning prep time is just FIVE minutes!

Tortilla Soup

This vegetarian Mexican-inspired tortilla soup made right in the rice cooker is super easy and so tasty!

Not only is this soup dairy-free and low in carbs, it also only requires 10 minutes of prep time.

Rice Cooker Jambalaya

Top down image: pot of jambalaya with a spoon.

This rice cooker jambalaya is chock full of kielbasa and andouille sausage, chicken, vegetables, and creole seasoning.

It’s all the big flavor you expect from traditional jambalaya without worrying about burning the bottom of your pan!

Teriyaki Shrimp & Rice

Chop sticks grabbing a piece of shrimp from a bowl of rice.

Skip the takeout and make this rice cooker teriyaki shrimp and rice instead.

With the sweet and savory flavors of teriyaki sauce, this one-pot wonder satisfies both taste buds and time constraints which makes everyone happy!

Chicken and Mushroom Rice

Rice cooker chicken and mushroom rice is a hearty meal that you can set and forget!

This recipe starts with a marinade of soy sauce and oyster sauce so it’s full of umami flavor. And with fresh ginger, Chinese sausages, and spring onions, you know it’s going to be super tasty!