Soy-Free Homemade Chicken Rice-A-Roni
Skip the store-bought box mixes and whip up this hearty, flavorful *Soy-Free Homemade Chicken Rice-A-Roni* from scratch! Featuring perfectly toasted long-grain rice and vermicelli pasta simmered in a savory blend of chicken broth, spices, and buttery goodness, this recipe delivers all the comforting flavors of the classic side dish without any soy or unnecessary additives. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s ready in just 35 minutes and made entirely with pantry staples like garlic powder, onion powder, and dried parsley. This family-friendly rice and pasta medley is the perfect complement to your favorite chicken, fish, or vegetarian dishes, making it an irresistible and wholesome alternative to boxed options. Whether for a weeknight dinner or your next potluck, this homemade recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 0.5 cup vermicelli pasta
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Break the vermicelli pasta into small pieces, about 1 to 1.5 inches in length.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
Add the broken vermicelli to the pan, stirring frequently, and cook until it turns golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to burn.
Add the rice to the pan and stir for an additional 2 minutes, ensuring it is well coated with butter and begins to toast.
Pour in the chicken broth, taking care as the liquid may splatter.
Add the chicken bouillon powder, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low.
Cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid and let it simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
Fluff with a fork before serving, ensuring all ingredients are mixed evenly.
Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1025 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.9 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.6 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 3027 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.8 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 28.7 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 756 mg | 16% | |
*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.
