Rice with Garlic and Pasta
Transform your weeknight dinner with this easy and flavorful Rice with Garlic and Pasta—an irresistible fusion of tender long-grain rice, golden vermicelli, and aromatic garlic, all infused with the rich depth of chicken broth. Toasted pasta adds a nutty crunch, while a buttery olive oil blend ensures every grain is perfectly coated for a silky texture. This versatile dish comes together in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal side for roasted meats or as a satisfying vegetarian main when paired with a crisp green salad. Finished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this comforting recipe is destined to become a family favorite. Perfect for quick dinners, one-pot meal lovers, and fans of Mediterranean-inspired cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 0.5 cup vermicelli pasta (or thin spaghetti)
- 4 large garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Set aside.
Heat a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat and add the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter.
Break the vermicelli pasta into 1-2 inch pieces and add it to the saucepan. Stir frequently and toast the pasta until it turns golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to let it burn.
Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the rice to the saucepan and stir well to coat it in the butter and oil mixture. Cook for 2 minutes to lightly toast the rice.
Pour in the chicken broth and add the salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
Simmer the rice for 15-18 minutes, or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
Once the rice is cooked, turn off the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork.
Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter for added richness and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve warm as a flavorful side dish or a simple main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1290 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.3 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.1 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 4099 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.3 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 23.9 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 119 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 443 mg | 9% | |
*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.
