Kittencal's Browned White Rice with Garlic and Onion

Elevate your weeknight meals with Kittencal's Browned White Rice with Garlic and Onion, a simple yet flavor-packed side dish that transforms humble ingredients into a delicious masterpiece. Toasted long-grain white rice is infused with the rich, nutty aroma of browned butter, olive oil, and lightly sautéed garlic and onion. Cooked to perfection in savory chicken broth, this dish is irresistibly fluffy and full of depth. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous finish, making it the perfect accompaniment to nearly any main course. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is as easy to prepare as it is impressive to serve. Whether you're pairing it with roasted chicken or grilled vegetables, this subtly seasoned rice dish is guaranteed to become a staple in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 cup, finely diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon, chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat the unsalted butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted and foamy.

Step 3

Add the finely diced onion to the saucepan and sauté for 2-3 minutes or until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds to 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 5

Add the rinsed and drained rice to the saucepan. Stir constantly for 3-4 minutes, allowing the rice to toast and lightly brown for a nutty aroma.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth and add the salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.

Step 8

Simmer the rice on low heat for 15-18 minutes, or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 9

Once cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to steam and fluff.

Step 10

Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm as a flavorful side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(845.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	682.7

Total Fat 38.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 2301.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g	0%
Total Sugars 5.9g
Protein 14.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 107.1mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 690.5mg	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: 50.3%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 41.6%