Garlic Butter Rice (Printable)

Buttery, garlic-infused rice cooked in savory broth, ideal as a comforting and versatile side dish.

# What You 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

07 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Heat butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add finely minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant without browning.
02 - Add rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir for 1 to 2 minutes, ensuring all grains are coated with garlic butter.
03 - Pour in chicken broth, then add salt and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
04 - Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender and broth is fully absorbed.
05 - Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff rice gently with a fork.
06 - Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the rice if desired. Serve warm as a side dish.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Turns a basic side dish into something people actually request by name.
  • Ready in under 30 minutes with just five ingredients and one pan.
  • The garlic butter coating makes every single grain taste intentional.
02 -
  • A tight-fitting lid is essential—if steam escapes, your rice ends up dry instead of tender.
  • Don't peek or stir once the liquid comes to a simmer; this disrupts the cooking and can make the rice mushy.
  • Rinsing the rice before cooking makes the real difference between separate grains and a starchy mass.
03 -
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pan so heat distributes evenly and you avoid hot spots that scorch the rice.
  • If you prefer a dairy-free version, olive oil or plant-based butter works beautifully and changes nothing about the flavor.
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