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Garlic Butter Rice

Garlic Butter Rice: Fluffy, Flavor-Packed Side Dish Delight

Garlic Butter Rice is a fluffy, flavor-packed side dish perfect for elevating any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice rinse before cooking
  • 2 cups Unsalted Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 1 cube Chicken Bouillon skip if using concentrated broth
For Flavor & Aroma
  • 4 tablespoons Butter or substitute with olive oil
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic fresh is best
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh-squeezed preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard optional
For a Flavor Boost
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika or smoked paprika for depth
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust for spice level
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce check for gluten-free options
For Freshness
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley or herbs of your choice
  • 2 tablespoons Chives fresh or dried thyme as alternative
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried Thyme omitted if using fresh
  • 0.25 teaspoon Chili Flakes adjust to taste
To Season
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • Aluminum foil
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare your baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In the baking dish, combine the rinsed rice, chicken broth, and bouillon cube. Add butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, Dijon mustard, paprika, cayenne, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, chives, thyme, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir gently.
  3. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  4. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and stir the rice. Return to the oven uncovered for another 20-30 minutes until fluffy and liquid is absorbed.
  5. Let it sit for a few minutes, fluff with a fork, and garnish with extra fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This Garlic Butter Rice is the ultimate comfort side dish, fully customizable and perfect for any meal. Serve it with a variety of proteins or veggies.

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