Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1 (19 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 dash ground black pepper

Method

  • Place bacon in a microwave-safe 2-quart baking dish. Microwave until crisp, about 6 minutes. Transfer bacon to a plate.
  • Place rice and onion in the baking dish; microwave until slightly tender, about 4 minutes. Add the cooked bacon, tomatoes, water, green pepper, ketchup, salt, chili powder, and pepper. Cover and microwave for 10 minutes. Stir mixture and continue cooking until rice is tender and flavors are blended, about 8 minutes more. Let cool briefly before serving.