Oven Baked White Rice Perfect Every Time
Achieve perfectly fluffy, hassle-free white rice every single time with this simple Oven Baked White Rice recipe! By baking the rice in the oven, you ensure even cooking and eliminate the risk of overcooking or burning. With just four basic ingredients—white rice, water, unsalted butter, and a pinch of salt—this recipe delivers tender, flavorful results in under 30 minutes. The secret lies in tightly covering the dish to trap steam, yielding consistently moist and fluffy grains. Ideal for busy weeknights or as a versatile side for any meal, this foolproof method transforms rice-making into an effortless delight. Say goodbye to soggy, sticky rice and hello to perfection every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice
- 1.5 cups water
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Rinse the white rice in a fine-mesh strainer under cold running water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and ensures fluffy rice.
In an ovenproof baking dish, combine the rinsed rice, water, butter, and salt. Stir gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil, ensuring there are no gaps for steam to escape.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes.
After 25 minutes, remove the baking dish from the oven but do not uncover it. Let it rest, still covered, for an additional 5 minutes to allow the rice to finish steaming.
Remove the foil carefully, fluff the rice gently with a fork, and serve immediately. Enjoy your perfectly cooked white rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
307 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.4 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1194 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 58 mg | 1% | |
*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.
