Description
Garlic Parmesan Rice is a creamy, rich side dish that elevates any meal with its delightful blend of flavors. This quick and easy recipe marries the aromatic essence of garlic with the nutty goodness of parmesan cheese, making it a perfect companion for family dinners or casual weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces chicken broth
- 8 ounces whole milk
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice in a fine mesh sieve under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in rinsed rice along with chicken broth, milk, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 18 to 20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in parmesan cheese and parsley until well combined.
- Fluff with a fork before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg