Parmesan Rice Pilaf
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistibly creamy and flavorful Parmesan Rice Pilaf. Perfectly cooked long-grain rice is toasted to nutty perfection and simmered in a savory broth with aromatic garlic, onions, and a hint of bay leaf. The finishing touch? A generous helping of freshly grated Parmesan cheese melts into the dish, creating a rich, velvety texture that pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled vegetables, or your favorite proteins. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this easy-to-make pilaf is ready in just 35 minutes and is guaranteed to upgrade any meal. Whether you're preparing a cozy family dinner or hosting a special gathering, this Parmesan Rice Pilaf will quickly become your go-to recipe for a crowd-pleasing, restaurant-quality side.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup white long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the unsalted butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter melts.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the white long-grain rice to the pan and stir for 1-2 minutes to lightly toast the grains and coat them in the butter and oil mixture.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and add the bay leaf. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the pan from the heat, discard the bay leaf, and fluff the rice gently with a fork.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until the cheese is melted and evenly incorporated.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your Parmesan Rice Pilaf!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.8 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.6 g | 163% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 142 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 4277 mg | 186% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.5 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 43.1 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 994 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 482 mg | 10% | |
*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.
