Description
Garlic Butter Rice is a mouthwatering side dish that transforms plain white rice into a flavor-packed delight. This one-pan recipe features the perfect blend of garlic and butter, making it a versatile addition to any meal. Whether paired with grilled chicken, steaks, or vegetables, this aromatic rice will quickly become a family favorite. It’s easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time for busy weeknights or special occasions. With its rich flavors and fluffy texture, Garlic Butter Rice is here to elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2⅔ cups unsalted chicken broth
- 1 cube chicken bouillon
- 6 Tbsp butter
- ½ lemon (juiced)
- lemon zest
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 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 oven to 425ºF and spray a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In the prepared dish, combine uncooked rice, chicken broth, bouillon cube, butter, lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, paprika, cayenne pepper, Worcestershire sauce, herbs, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and stir gently. Bake uncovered for an additional 20-30 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg