Crock Pot Garlic Rice Pilaf
Elevate your side dish game with this Crock Pot Garlic Rice Pilaf, a comforting and flavorful recipe that’s as easy as it is delicious. With tender long-grain white rice infused with aromatic garlic, sautéed onion, and a subtle blend of dried parsley and bay leaf, this dish achieves the perfect balance of hearty and savory. Cooked low and slow in rich chicken broth, this effortless one-pot wonder ensures perfectly tender and fluffy rice every time. Ideal for busy weeknights or dinner parties, this hands-off rice pilaf pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or seafood. Plus, a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds the perfect finishing touch! Whether you're looking for a foolproof crock pot recipe or a garlicky twist on classic rice, this dish is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Set aside to drain.
In a stove-safe pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Transfer the sautéed onion and garlic mixture into the crock pot.
Add the rinsed rice, chicken broth, salt, pepper, dried parsley, and bay leaf to the crock pot. Stir gently to combine.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on high for 2 hours or on low for 4 hours until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
Once cooked, remove the bay leaf and fluff the rice with a fork.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
824 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.7 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 4259 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.5 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 20.8 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 176 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1036 mg | 22% | |
*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.
