Alton Brown's Baked Brown Rice

Discover the foolproof way to make perfectly fluffy brown rice with *Alton Brown's Baked Brown Rice*. This no-fuss recipe utilizes the oven’s consistent heat to cook brown rice to tender perfection every time, eliminating the guesswork of stovetop methods. Combining just four simple ingredients—nutty brown rice, water, a hint of unsalted butter, and kosher salt—this recipe is as easy as it is reliable. With only 5 minutes of prep time, the oven takes care of the rest, ensuring evenly cooked grains that are never sticky or underdone. Ideal as a hearty side dish or a wholesome base for your favorite meals, this baked brown rice delivers rich, earthy flavor with minimal effort. Say goodbye to mushy or crunchy rice—this recipe is your go-to for perfectly cooked whole grains every single time!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Rinse the brown rice under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer to remove excess starch.

Step 3

In a medium, oven-safe baking dish with a tight-fitting lid, combine the rinsed brown rice, water, unsalted butter, and kosher salt.

Step 4

Cover the baking dish tightly with the lid or aluminum foil to ensure no steam escapes during cooking.

Step 5

Place the baking dish on the middle rack of your preheated oven.

Step 6

Bake the rice for 60 minutes without disturbing it.

Step 7

After 60 minutes, remove the baking dish from the oven and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to finish steaming.

Step 8

Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then serve warm as a side dish or as a part of your favorite recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(695.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	324

Total Fat 13.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 31mg	0%
Sodium 616.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g	0%
Total Sugars 0.8g
Protein 5.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 51.8mg	0%
Iron 0.8mg	0%
Potassium 89mg	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: 37.7%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 55.9%