Description
This Garlic Parmesan Rice recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make side dish combining aromatic garlic, creamy Parmesan cheese, and tender long-grain rice. Perfect as an accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or seafood, it offers a rich yet light taste with a touch of fresh parsley for garnish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Heat fats and garlic: In a medium saucepan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
- Toast the rice: Stir in the rice and cook for 1–2 minutes to lightly toast it, enhancing its flavor and texture.
- Add broth and cook: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- Rest the rice: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes to finish steaming and develop fluffiness.
- Mix in cheese and seasoning: Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and salt to your taste.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- For extra richness, stir in a splash of cream or a tablespoon of cream cheese just before serving.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or shrimp.
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth to keep it vegetarian or adapt for other diets.
- Be careful not to brown the garlic to avoid a bitter taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
