Creamy Rice with Lemon Herbs and Parmesan

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dish with this Creamy Rice with Lemon Herbs and Parmesan, a velvety and vibrant recipe perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender Arborio rice simmered to perfection in a rich blend of chicken or vegetable stock, this one-pan wonder is elevated by the addition of heavy cream and a generous handful of grated Parmesan cheese for an irresistibly luscious texture. Bright pops of freshly squeezed lemon juice, fragrant lemon zest, and aromatic fresh herbs like parsley and thyme add a zesty, herbaceous twist, perfectly balancing the dish’s richness. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Serve it warm, garnished with extra Parmesan or herbs, for a cozy, restaurant-quality meal at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Arborio rice
• 3.5 cups Chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat until the butter has melted.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Add the Arborio rice to the pan and stir continuously for 2 minutes to lightly toast the rice and coat it in the oil and butter.

Step 5

Gradually add the chicken or vegetable stock, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently. Allow the liquid to be absorbed by the rice before adding more stock. Repeat this process until most of the stock has been absorbed and the rice is creamy and tender (approximately 20-25 minutes).

Step 6

Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until the cheese has melted and the ingredients are well combined.

Step 7

Stir in the fresh parsley and thyme leaves, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and allow the creamy rice to rest for 2-3 minutes. This will help the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Garnish with additional Parmesan, lemon zest, or fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1562.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1881.3

Total Fat 152.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 362mg	0%
Sodium 6486.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.1g	0%
Total Sugars 7.5g
Protein 36.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 793.8mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 570.9mg	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: 75.0%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 17.0%