Description
Garlic Parmesan Rice is a creamy, dreamy side dish that transforms any meal into a gourmet experience. With the perfect balance of rich flavors from garlic and parmesan cheese, this versatile rice pairs beautifully with various proteins such as chicken, steak, and seafood. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this comforting dish using simple pantry staples, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or casual weeknight meals. The creamy texture combined with the savory notes ensures every bite is satisfying and delicious.
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 under cold water in a fine mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the rinsed rice along with chicken broth, milk, salt, and pepper; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat to low; cook for 18 to 20 minutes until rice is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated parmesan cheese and chopped parsley until well combined.
- Fluff with a fork before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg