Nowadays, there are so many places to find tasty recipe ideas that aren’t complicated and come with a video tutorial to show you exactly how it’s done! Apps like TikTok and Instagram are leading the way with trendy and drool-worthy recipe ideas that anyone with any skill level can try at home.
They are so popular that they sometimes spur a global phenomenon and go viral for people all around the world to try making them and add their own unique twist. It creates a sense of community with others that we, at Minute Rice, would like to make more accessible for everyone. Take a look at some of our top trending TikTok recipes that you can try at home today using rice.
Marry Me Chicken
This viral dish is an internet favorite, and it’s sure to become a favorite in your household, as well. Our Marry Me Chicken recipe uses chicken breast simmered in a tasty sauce of heavy cream, sundried tomatoes, Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese. It’s served with Minute Yellow Rice Cups, seasoned with onion powder, garlic powder and turmeric for an added layer of flavor.
Feta and Tomato Rice
Combining feta cheese, grape tomatoes, basil and garlic, this quick Feta and Tomato Rice is inspired by the flavors of the viral baked feta pasta dish. To make the popular recipe more convenient, we’ve used our aromatic Minute Basmati Rice Cups for a perfectly portioned meal you can make in the microwave.
To make this recipe an on-the-go meal for one, add in shredded cooked chicken, chopped cured chorizo sausage or canned beans or lentils.
I feel like this recipe is very different from the baked feta dishes.. I think maybe instead of saying this is our take we say this is a quick version that combines those flavors, or something like that. Maybe we should add the baked feta dish to the content creation wish list
Hot Honey Chicken & Waffle
The beloved combination of chicken and waffles gets a fun twist with our Hot Honey Chicken & Waffle. In place of a classic waffle, this recipe uses Minute Hot Honey Chicken Seasoned Rice Cups and eggs to create a crispy rice waffle with a touch of sweet heat. Serve with crispy chicken and drizzle with honey, hot sauce, or both!
Birria with Rice
Inspired by the slow-braised Mexican Birria Stew, this shortcut Birria with Rice is made using store-bought pulled pork, chipotle in adobo, broth and tomato juice all served over our Minute Cilantro & Lime Rice Cups.
Tip: Grab your favorite corn or wheat tortillas and make them into tacos. Layer the rice first and then the birria on top.
Sushi-Inspired Dishes
Sushi is an incredibly popular dish, so it’s no surprise that recipes inspired by the flavors and ingredients of sushi are a hit online. Get the sushi flavors you love, baked in the oven to crispy perfection, with this Crab Sushi Bake. Layers of Minute Sticky Rice Cups, imitation crab, cream cheese and Japanese mayo make this dish similar to a deconstructed California roll, with furikake, sriracha and eel sauce packing a lot of flavor. Once it’s finished baking, spoon it onto squares of nori and enjoy!
Another trendy, sushi-inspired recipe is sushi donuts. Recipe creator Meghan Allen’s recipe uses Minute Instant Brown Rice, salmon, fresh cucumber, radishes and sliced avocado. Ingredients are placed in a donut mold and topped with rice, then refrigerated to keep its shape. Once the molds are flipped over, you’ll be able to enjoy beautiful and tasty sushi donuts.
Pesto Eggs
You’ve most likely heard all about this trend of cooking eggs in prepared pesto in a skillet. But, at Minute Rice, we’ve made this recipe idea even simpler by showing you how to make Pesto Egg Rice in the microwave. Perfect for an on-the-go breakfast or lunch at the office, this simplified version is also gluten free as we’ve swapped the toast for fluffy Minute White Rice Cups.
Tortilla Wrap Hack
Next on our list is one of the simplest and most fun — the tortilla wrap hack. Instead of rolling your wheat tortilla in the shape of a taco or burrito, it is divided into four sections that each contain your favorite taco (or any other) filling.
Give it a try with our recipe for Easy Chicken and Rice Tacos. Simply place the chicken and rice mixture in one square, and place the lettuce, tomatoes and cheese in the other squares. Fold each square over and eat as is or grill slightly in a skillet for an even more delicious taste! Swap in your favorite taco toppings, like guacamole, crunchy tortilla chips, jalapeños and more.
Want to make this into a meal for one? Use our Quick and Easy Chicken Soft Tacos recipe instead, made with our Minute Brown Rice Cups.
Tip: The beauty of the tortilla wrap hack is that it works with all kinds of ingredients of choice, use our No Recipe Recipe guide to find inspiration for a quick and fun family dinner any night of the week!
Comfort Food in a Cup
Comfort dishes prepared in cups and mugs is another fun trend that you can try at home—they’re the perfect way to enjoy a warm, cozy and perfectly portioned treat! This creamy, decadent “Mac” and Cheese in a Cup is an easy version of a classic that you can prepare in the microwave. We’ve swapped out the mac for aromatic and fluffy Minute Jasmine Rice Cups, but rest assured there is plenty of gooey cheesy goodness with cheddar, milk, cream cheese and garlic powder.
Tip: Add your own comforting touch to this recipe by adding in ham, broccoli florets, bacon bits, hot sauce and more.
This Layered Chocolate Caramel Rice Pudding Mug Cake is everything you need when you’re craving something warm and comforting. Using a mug cake mix, you can prepare this tasty dessert in the microwave whenever you’re in the mood for something sweet.
Trust us when we say you’re going to want to have these pantry staples on hand for an afternoon snack or something sweet after dinner. Stock up on: Minute White Rice Cups, cream, dulce de leche (or caramel sauce), chocolate mug cake mix, peanut butter and chocolate crème sandwich cookies.
Salmon Rice Bowl
Our twist on the TikTok Salmon Bowl sensation is fast, flavorful and foolproof! This version of the viral recipe uses pantry staples like Minute Brown Rice Cups, mayo, sriracha and canned salmon to bring together this dish easily whenever your craving strikes. Use nori as a wrap for the mixture, scooping up small bite-sized portions and enjoy!
For another tasty salmon bowl, try this Loaded Salmon Rice Bowl made with smoked salmon and everything bagel seasoning. You only need a few simple ingredients and a microwave to enjoy this quick meal, so it’s perfect for lunches in the office or an on-the-go meal..
Golden Fried Rice
Learn how to make your very own Golden Teriyaki Fried Rice, a tasty dish that gets its golden color from using egg yolks mixed in with the rice. This recipe takes the flavor to a whole other level mixing in teriyaki sauce, green onion and sriracha sauce. The best part? All you need is a microwave to prepare this dish in under 10 minutes, so you can focus on enjoying your meal!
Golden Milk Soup
Golden Milk Soup is based off of the popular golden milk powder, made up of warm spices, like turmeric, ginger and cinnamon. The powder is blended in this recipe with butternut squash, carrots and coconut milk for a creamy, flavorful soup. Served atop Minute Basmati Rice Cup, it’s a comforting soup perfect for cold days.
Dirty Martini Rice
Our Dirty Martini Rice is a flavorful and unique dish perfect for any occasion. With a sauce made from green olives, garlic, lemon zest and gin, you can create the flavors of a dirty martini in a bowl! Minute Butter & Sea Salt Jasmine Rice Cups help to add an extra layer of flavor to this creative dish. It’s the perfect appetizer to impress your guests at your next get-together!
Mini Banana Rice Pancakes
Looking for a fun and tasty way to start your morning? Look no further than these Mini Banana Rice Pancakes, made with Minute Brown Rice & Quinoa Cups to fill you up as you begin your day. These mini pancakes are as enjoyable to make as they are to eat. Serve them with maple syrup, banana slices and cinnamon, or get creative with toppings like Greek yogurt or toasted pecans.
Get Inspired in the Kitchen
TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and other social media platforms are easy places to get inspired with creative recipes and new techniques. Discovering new ideas is a great way to enjoy your time in the kitchen, which in turn helps you eat at home more often.
Though there are countless ideas out there, there’s even more opportunity when you put your unique spin on the recipes that you find. Get creative with the ingredients that you have on hand or by incorporating flavors from your favorite recipes and cuisines.
With versatile ingredients in your pantry, you can have a great starting point to dive into any number of new recipes. Be sure to keep staples like Minute Rice on hand that work in many recipes so that you’re always prepared when inspiration strikes. Happy cooking!
