Description
Garlic Parmesan Rice is a creamy, flavorful side dish that effortlessly enhances any meal. With the perfect balance of rich garlic and savory parmesan, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also uses simple ingredients commonly found in your kitchen. In just 25 minutes, you can create a comforting rice dish that pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, juicy steaks, succulent pork chops, or seafood. Whether for a family dinner or a special occasion, Garlic Parmesan Rice promises to impress everyone at the 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
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice in cold water using a fine mesh sieve to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add rinsed rice, chicken broth, whole milk, salt, and pepper; bring to a simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat to low; cook for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in parmesan cheese and parsley until well combined.
- Fluff with a fork before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg