Description
A richly flavored, one-pot garlic butter rice with golden butter, roasted garlic, aromatic herbs, and Parmesan. This 30-minute side dish is creamy, savory, and ideal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (vegetarian)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Melt butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat
Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant
Add chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened
Stir in rice and cook for 2-3 minutes to toast flakes
Pour in chicken broth and stir to combine
Add thyme, salt, and black pepper
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low
Cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes until rice is tender
Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the rice and let sit for 5 minutes
Fluff with a fork and stir in fresh parsley
Notes
Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
Add lemon zest (1 tablespoon) for a brightness contrast
Top with extra Parmesan before serving
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Rice type can be substituted with basmati if preferred
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg