Baked Rice for a Crowd
Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or meal prep, this crowd-pleasing Baked Rice dish combines simplicity with bold, comforting flavors. Using long-grain white rice baked to fluffy perfection in a rich chicken or vegetable broth, this recipe is flavored with sautéed onions, garlic, and a touch of butter for a buttery, aromatic base. A gentle bake in the oven ensures the rice cooks evenly, absorbing all the savory goodness. Finished with fresh parsley and zesty lemon, this versatile side dish pairs wonderfully with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or as a foundation for hearty casseroles. With its easy prep, minimal hands-on cooking, and ability to serve up to 12, this is the ultimate fuss-free solution for feeding a crowd while still impressing your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups long-grain white rice
- 12 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large yellow onion
- 6 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well and set aside.
Peel and finely chop the onions and garlic cloves.
In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Add the chopped onions and sauté for 5 minutes, or until they are soft and translucent.
Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the drained rice to the pot and stir well to coat the grains with the butter and oil mixture.
Season the rice with salt and ground black pepper, ensuring even distribution.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and give the mixture a quick stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer on the stovetop.
Once simmering, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven.
Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
Remove the pot from the oven and allow the rice to rest, covered, for 5-10 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in chopped fresh parsley and lemon zest for a burst of fresh flavor.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2517 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.0 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.3 g | 222% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 15097 mg | 656% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 388.9 g | 141% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.7 g | ||
| Protein | 56.5 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 403 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 18.6 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 1707 mg | 36% | |
*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.
