Garlic Butter Rice: A Simple and Flavorful Side Dish Recipe (Print Version)
Make this easy, flavorful Garlic Butter Rice recipe in under 30 minutes. Perfect as a comforting side dish or base for your main meals.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 5 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian adaptable
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
02 -
3 cups chicken broth (or water)
03 -
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Seasonings & Spices
04 -
6 cloves garlic, minced
05 -
1 teaspoon salt
06 -
½ teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnish & Toppings
07 -
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
→ Optional Extras
08 -
Lemon wedges
# Instructions:
01 -
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch, preventing sticking.
02 -
Melt butter in a saucepan. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Don't burn it!
03 -
Stir in rinsed rice, cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Pour in hot broth.
04 -
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
05 -
Remove from heat, let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, stir in salt and pepper, garnish.
06 -
Serve immediately while warm and fluffy! Enjoy!
# Notes:
01 -
Don't lift the lid while the rice is simmering!
02 -
Store leftover rice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
03 -
Vegetable broth is a great substitute for chicken broth.
04 -
Serve with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or a simple steak.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Medium saucepan
02 -
fine-mesh sieve
03 -
fork
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 200 calories
Total Fat: 10g
Total Carbohydrate: 30g
Protein: 5g