Worry Free Oven Rice
Experience perfectly cooked, fluffy rice every time with this "Worry Free Oven Rice" recipe—a foolproof, hands-off method that's as simple as it is reliable! Using just four pantry staples—long-grain white rice, water, a touch of salt, and optional unsalted butter—this easy oven-baked technique ensures evenly cooked grains without the hassle of stovetop babysitting. In only 30 minutes, including prep time, you’ll have a versatile side dish ideal for pairing with your favorite main courses or transforming into hearty rice-based recipes. With its minimal prep, no-fuss cleanup, and consistent results, this baked rice recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or dinner parties alike. Let your oven do the work and enjoy perfectly seasoned rice every single time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Long-grain white rice
- 3 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a 2-quart oven-safe dish with a lid, or cover tightly with aluminum foil if the dish does not have a lid.
Rinse the rice under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer until the water runs clear. This step helps remove excess starch for fluffier rice.
In the prepared dish, combine the rinsed rice, water, unsalted butter (if using), and salt. Stir gently to ensure the salt is evenly distributed.
Cover the dish with its lid or tightly with aluminum foil to prevent steam from escaping during cooking.
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes.
After 25 minutes, remove the dish from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes, still covered, to allow the rice to finish steaming.
Remove the lid or foil, fluff the rice with a fork, and serve as a side dish or base for your favorite recipes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
724 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.2 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.9 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2390 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.7 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.0 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 89 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 146 mg | 3% | |
*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.
