Description
This Garlic Parmesan Rice recipe is a flavorful and aromatic side dish featuring tender long-grain rice cooked in chicken broth with sautéed garlic and finished with rich Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Perfect as a comforting accompaniment to any meal, it combines simple ingredients into a delicious, cheesy, and fragrant rice dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice and Broth
- 1 cup long-grain rice (about 200 grams)
- 2 cups chicken broth (about 500 ml)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Flavorings
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all necessary ingredients to have them ready for smooth preparation.
- Rinse Rice: Rinse the long-grain rice under cold water to remove excess starch, ensuring the final texture is light and fluffy.
- Sauté Garlic: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Toast Rice: Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and toast it in the butter and garlic for about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to evenly coat and slightly toast the grains.
- Add Liquid and Seasoning: Pour in the chicken broth, then add salt and black pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Let the rice simmer gently for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Rest: Remove the saucepan from the heat but keep it covered. Allow the rice to rest for 5 minutes to steam and fully absorb moisture.
- Finish: Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley to incorporate flavor and freshness.
- Serve: Transfer the garlic Parmesan rice to a serving dish. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- Rinsing the rice removes excess starch for fluffier rice.
- Do not brown the garlic during sautéing to avoid bitterness.
- Letting the rice rest after cooking allows it to absorb steam and improves texture.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor.
- Chicken broth can be substituted with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
