The $2.10 Family Dollar Find I Only Wish I’d Found Sooner
This Family Dollar find is 50% cheaper at the discount store than any other place I've shopped.
As a food writer and recipe developer, I go on research trips to various stores where my primary goals are looking for new finds, exciting ingredients, and excellent deals. On a recent trip to some unexpected places, I learned that Goya Yellow Rice is way more affordable at Family Dollar. I’m talking almost half the price!
At Family Dollar, this beloved pantry staple is $2.10 for a seven-ounce box, versus $4.19 at Walmart. When I saw that it was more than 50% off, I grabbed a handful of boxes, and I’ll never buy it from anywhere else.
In this time of rising grocery costs, it’s a challenge to make easy meals that also tick the flavor and budget boxes. This simple, pre-seasoned rice has saved me time, money, and, more importantly, dinner, more times than I can count.
Why I Go To Family Dollar for My Goya Yellow Rice Fix
I shop locally as much as possible, but when I’m searching for the best price on a product, Walmart, Amazon, ALDI, and even Dollar Tree are the places I look. I haven’t shopped at Family Dollar in the past. That is until I found the half-price rice. Now, I can buy twice as many boxes and keep them stocked for quick weeknight meals. With prices increasing on almost everything else these days, finding a deal like this makes me feel like I’ve won the grocery store lottery.
Why I Love Goya Yellow Rice
First of all, it’s easy. I only have to add the rice and a tablespoon of olive oil or butter to boiling water, cover it, reduce the heat, and simmer. Twenty-five minutes later, it’s ready. And it always turns out perfectly seasoned, fluffy rice that goes with just about everything. There’s no need to measure spices or worry about getting the seasoning right. The hard part is already done.
The taste is vibrant and delicious—annatto, garlic, onion, coriander, a rich chicken bouillon, and a blend of other spices bring all the savory, aromatic goodness. Some nights, I’ll serve it as a simple side dish with whatever protein we’re having—grilled pork, air-fryer fried chicken, carne asada, or a simple can of beans.
Other nights, I get a little more creative. I’ve used it to stuff bell peppers, added it to casseroles, and used it as a base for burrito bowls. One of my favorite quick, one-pot meals involves searing chicken thighs and sautéing veggies (like peppers, onions, and carrots), then throwing everything in with the rice to finish cooking. By the time it’s done, I’ve got a complete meal and only one pot to clean. Sometimes, I’ll even use it as a shortcut for a quick weeknight paella. It’s not at all traditional, but it’s tasty, and that’s what seems to matter most on a busy weeknight.
The real win is that it’s cheap. A seven-ounce box serves my husband, myself, and our two small kids. I once made two boxes, which was way too much for my family. So, I had to repurpose the leftovers for a couple of days. As they get older, I know that two boxes will be perfect for us (and still the same price as one box at Walmart). So whether you shop at Family Dollar or not, making a trip for this rice is a no-brainer. It’s a tasty meal lifesaver that’s a fraction of the cost of anywhere else.
