Cheesy Rice Corn Skillet
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Rice Corn Skillet, a one-pan wonder that combines creamy textures, cheesy goodness, and sweet pops of corn in every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, featuring pantry staples like long-grain white rice, frozen corn, and a rich blend of cheddar and parmesan cheeses. Toasted rice infuses the dish with a nutty aroma, while vegetable broth and heavy cream create a luscious, velvety base. Finished with a hint of garlic and onion and topped with optional paprika and parsley for added flavor and presentation, this family-friendly skillet meal is as hearty as it is hassle-free. Ideal as a standalone dish or served alongside your favorite protein, this Cheesy Rice Corn Skillet is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1.5 cups frozen corn kernels
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.75 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
Stir in the unwashed long-grain white rice and toast it in the butter for 2-3 minutes until it's lightly golden.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer for 15 minutes.
After 15 minutes, remove the lid and stir in the frozen corn. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the corn is heated through and the rice is tender.
Add the heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, grated parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheeses melt and the mixture becomes creamy.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit for 2 minutes to thicken.
If desired, sprinkle paprika and freshly chopped parsley over the dish as a garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Cheesy Rice Corn Skillet!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.5 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.4 g | 412% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 406 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 4893 mg | 213% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.2 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g | ||
| Protein | 83.6 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1796 mg | 138% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 2191 mg | 47% | |
*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.
