Savory Garlic Butter Rice: The Easiest Side You'll Love
Savory Garlic Butter Rice is an easy, flavor-packed side that pairs beautifully with various dishes and is ready in about 20 minutes.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200kcal
Equipment
- medium saucepan
- Fine mesh strainer
Ingredients
For the Rice
- 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice Rinse thoroughly to avoid gumminess.
- 2 tablespoons Butter Can be substituted with olive oil for a dairy-free version.
- 2 cloves Garlic Use fresh minced garlic or ½ teaspoon of garlic powder.
- 2 cups Chicken Broth or Water Chicken broth enhances flavor; vegetable broth is vegetarian.
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on the saltiness of the broth.
For Garnish
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley Optional, omit if not desired.
Instructions
How to Make Savory Garlic Butter Rice
- Rinse the long-grain white rice in a fine mesh strainer under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until bubbly but not browned.
- Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the rinsed rice, coating each grain in the buttery mixture and toast for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth (or water) and add salt; bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan tightly, and let it simmer for 15-18 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Optional: Drizzle with a bit more melted butter before serving for an extra rich flavor.