Homemade Rice a Roni
Bring the comforting taste of a beloved classic to your table with this easy and flavorful Homemade Rice A Roni recipe! Combining tender long-grain white rice and golden-toasted vermicelli pasta, this dish is infused with the rich flavors of chicken broth and a medley of pantry-friendly seasonings like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's a perfect one-skillet side dish that pairs effortlessly with your favorite main courses. The addition of butter creates a luscious base, while a hint of dried parsley adds a fresh, herby finish. Skip the store-bought box and enjoy the simple, homemade charm of this crowd-pleasing side! Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, it’s bound to become a household favorite.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup vermicelli pasta (broken into 1-inch pieces)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Place a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
Step 2
Add the broken vermicelli pasta to the skillet and toast, stirring frequently, until the pieces turn golden brown (about 3–4 minutes).
Step 3
Stir in the rice and cook for another 1–2 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb some of the buttery flavor.
Step 4
Pour in the chicken broth and water, then stir to combine.
Step 5
Add the salt, onion powder, garlic powder, dried parsley, paprika, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
Step 6
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid.
Step 7
Simmer for 15–18 minutes, or until the rice and pasta have absorbed all the liquid and are tender.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit, still covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the remaining steam to finish cooking the rice.
Step 9
Fluff the Rice a Roni with a fork and serve warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1059.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1342.3 |
| Total Fat 28.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2315.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 228.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.3g | |
| Protein 40.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 138.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1038.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories