Description
Garlic Butter Rice is a deliciously comforting side dish that combines the rich flavors of garlic and butter with perfectly cooked long-grain rice. This easy-to-make recipe requires minimal prep time and elevates any meal, making it an ideal accompaniment for grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or succulent steaks. With notes of lemon and fresh herbs, this savory garlic rice offers a delightful flavor explosion that will leave your family asking for seconds. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or enjoying a casual weeknight meal, Garlic Butter Rice will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2⅔ cups unsalted chicken broth
- 6 Tbsp butter
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- Juice and zest of ½ lemon
- Fresh parsley and chives (for garnish)
- 1 cube chicken bouillon
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 Tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 Tbsp fresh chives
- ¼ tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425ºF and spray a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In the prepared dish, combine the rinsed rice, chicken broth, butter, minced garlic, lemon juice and zest, Dijon mustard, paprika, cayenne pepper, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and stir the rice gently. Bake uncovered for an additional 20 to 30 minutes until fully cooked.
- Let sit covered for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and chives.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg