Garlic Butter Rice (Print Version)

Fluffy rice infused with garlic and butter, simmered in savory chicken broth for a rich side.

# What You'll Need:

→ Rice

01 - 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed

→ Aromatics & Fats

02 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 4 garlic cloves, finely minced

→ Liquid

04 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

→ Seasonings

05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

07 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

# How to Make It:

01 - Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, avoiding browning.
02 - Add the rinsed rice and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring to coat each grain in the garlic butter.
03 - Pour in the chicken broth, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil.
04 - Lower heat to low. Cover tightly and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
05 - Remove from heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
06 - Optionally sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's foolproof enough for weeknights but tasty enough to serve at a table where people actually notice their side dish.
  • Every grain gets coated in golden garlic butter, so there's no such thing as a bland bite.
  • Twenty-five minutes from start to finish, and most of that is just the rice doing its thing while you do something else.
02 -
  • Don't skip the rinsing step—it really does make the difference between fluffy and gummy.
  • A tight-fitting lid is essential; if steam escapes, the rice won't cook evenly and you'll end up with hard grains in some spots.
  • Resist opening the pot while it simmers, even if you're curious; you'll lose steam and throw off the cooking time.
03 -
  • Use a fork, never a spoon, to fluff the rice—a spoon will smash the grains, but a fork gently separates them.
  • If you like extra richness, add a tablespoon more butter or stir in a handful of parmesan just before serving.
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