Yield: 6 servings
Garlic Parmesan Rice
This easy and cheesy Garlic Parmesan Rice can be served with practically any dinner - especially if it's chicken or steak! With just one pot, this easy side dish is ready in 20 minutes!
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 cup long grain rice, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups chicken broth, vegetable broth or water
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon granulated garlic
- 4 tablespoons whole milk
- ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese, more for serving
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Parsley, green onions or chives, optional garnish
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Instructions
- In a medium size skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of butter and add the garlic. Cook the garlic about 30 seconds until fragrant and just starting to turn soft brown in color.
- Add the rinsed and drained rice to the skillet and stir over medium heat. Stir often, so the rice can toast on all sides, and does not burn for 3-4 minutes. Watch closely as the rice will burn if it sits too long without being stirred.
- Pour the chicken broth into the rice, stir, and the onion powder and granulated garlic. Stir until blended.
- Turn the heat to low, loosely cover the skillet, and stir every few minutes to keep the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan. Cook rice for 10 to 15 minutes, or until rice is tender.
- Once rice is cooked, remove from heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter, parmesan cheese and milk. Stir until well blended.
- Salt and pepper, to taste. Top with fresh parsley and more parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Notes
To Store: Keep the ingredients in separate airtight containers (i.e. the cooked rice and any extra parmesan cheese) and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
To Reheat: Simply use the microwave to reheat your rice. Add a little extra water to the rice before doing so to ensure that it regains its fluffy texture.
Rinse Your Rice! Place the rice in a strainer or colander and rinse it thoroughly to wash away the starch that is on the outside of the grains. This will make the rice less sticky, and will help it separate and become fluffy.
Whole Milk: This adds a touch of creaminess to the rice. You could also use 1% or 2% milk if you like. You can also use evaporated milk!
Shredded Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated parmesan cheese (the kind sold in the refrigerated section, not the kind in the green shaker can) provides the best flavor but you can use store-bought shredded parmesan in a pinch.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving, Calories: 226kcal, Carbohydrates: 26g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 0.3g, Cholesterol: 29mg, Sodium: 490mg, Potassium: 84mg, Fiber: 0.5g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 316IU, Vitamin C: 0.5mg, Calcium: 128mg, Iron: 0.4mg