Description
Garlic Parmesan Rice is a creamy and flavorful side dish that elevates any meal with its rich, cheesy goodness. This delightful recipe combines fluffy rice with the robust flavor of garlic and the savory essence of parmesan cheese, creating a comforting dish that is perfect for family dinners or special occasions. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this easy garlic side that pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, steak, or even seafood. With its simple ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, Garlic Parmesan Rice is sure to become a staple at your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 8 ounces chicken broth
- 8 ounces whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Rinse the rice in a fine mesh sieve under cold water to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in the rinsed rice, chicken broth, whole milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook undisturbed for about 18-20 minutes until most liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in the parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Fluff with a fork before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg