Creamy Fast Rice

Treat your taste buds to the ultimate weeknight comfort food with "Creamy Fast Rice," a quick and satisfying dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes. This recipe combines fluffy instant rice with the rich flavors of sautéed garlic, savory broth, and velvety heavy cream, creating a luxurious texture in every bite. A sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese adds a nutty, savory finish, while optional fresh parsley provides a burst of color and freshness. Perfect as a side dish or a light main course, this one-pot wonder is an effortless way to elevate mealtime. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, "Creamy Fast Rice" is the answer to busy evenings and craving-worthy dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 cup instant rice (white or brown)
• 1.25 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 3

Stir in the instant rice and allow it to toast slightly for about 1 minute.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, stir, and bring to a boil.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the rice simmer for 5 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.

Step 6

Once the rice has cooked, stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Let the mixture cook for an additional 1-2 minutes over low heat, stirring gently, until the cheese is melted and the rice is creamy.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Remove from heat, garnish with chopped fresh parsley (optional), and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(678.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1447.1

Total Fat 70.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 205.8mg	0%
Sodium 2793.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 163.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.9g	0%
Total Sugars 1.1g
Protein 24.8g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 304.6mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 314.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.9%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 47.0%