Easy Buttered Onion Rice
Transform your side dish game with this Easy Buttered Onion Rice, a comforting and flavor-packed recipe that is ready in just 30 minutes. Featuring tender, fluffy long-grain white rice infused with the rich, buttery sweetness of sautéed yellow onion and garlic, this dish is elevated with the savory depth of chicken or vegetable broth. A quick toasting of the rice before simmering enhances its nutty flavor, while a final touch of melted butter adds irresistible creaminess. Perfect as an effortless accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or your favorite hearty stews, this versatile rice recipe is topped with fresh parsley for a pop of color and herbaceous brightness. Ideal for busy weeknights or elegant dinners, this one-pot wonder is an easy yet impressive addition to any table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium (finely chopped) yellow onion
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon (optional, chopped for garnish) fresh parsley
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan. Stir well to coat the grains with butter and cook for 1-2 minutes to lightly toast the rice.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, add the salt and pepper, and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to steam.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the cooked rice and gently fluff with a fork to incorporate the butter evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
162 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.1 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 26 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 676 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 96 mg | 2% | |
*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.
