Easy Creamy Garlic and Parmesan Rice

Elevate your side dish game with this Easy Creamy Garlic and Parmesan Rice, a quick and comforting recipe perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners. Featuring tender long-grain rice infused with the rich flavors of sautéed garlic, savory chicken broth, and a luscious blend of heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, this dish is irresistibly creamy and full of flavor. With just a handful of pantry staples and a 30-minute prep-to-plate time, this versatile recipe is both simple to make and incredibly satisfying. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color, it pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or even stands alone as a hearty main. Perfect for fans of easy comfort food, this creamy Parmesan rice is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Long-grain white rice
• 2 cups Chicken broth (low sodium)
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 3

Stir in the rice, ensuring each grain is coated in the butter and garlic mixture.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.

Step 6

Once the rice is cooked, stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until fully incorporated.

Step 7

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Remove from heat and let the rice sit for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(368.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	881.7

Total Fat 64.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 182mg	0%
Sodium 1231.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 0.2g
Protein 6.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 61.0mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 189.4mg	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: 68.5%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 28.4%