Description
Garlic Butter Rice is a delightful, savory side dish that elevates any meal with its rich garlic flavor. This easy-to-make recipe combines buttery goodness with aromatic herbs, making it a perfect accompaniment for grilled chicken, pork chops, or steak. Ideal for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings, this versatile rice dish guarantees to impress your family and friends. With minimal ingredients and hands-off oven cooking, you can prepare a delicious side that complements a variety of main courses while enjoying quality time with your guests.
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice (rinsed)
- 2⅔ cups unsalted chicken broth
- 6 Tbsp butter
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- ½ lemon (juiced) and zest
- Fresh herbs (parsley and chives)
- Seasonings (paprika, cayenne pepper, Worcestershire sauce)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425ºF.
- Spray a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In the prepared dish, combine rice, chicken broth, butter, lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, and spices.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil, stir gently, and bake uncovered for an additional 20 to 30 minutes until fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg