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A close-up shot of a bowl filled with fluffy white Parmesan Garlic Butter Rice, garnished with fresh chopped parsley and a dusting of grated cheese.

Parmesan Garlic Butter Rice

Parmesan Garlic Butter Rice is a rich, fluffy side dish made with fragrant garlic, butter, and creamy Parmesan cheese for comforting, savory flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Rinse rice under cold water until clear and drain well.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil.
  3. Add garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
  4. Stir in rice and toast for 1–2 minutes.
  5. Add chicken broth, salt, and pepper and bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
  7. Remove from heat and rest covered for 5 minutes.
  8. Fluff rice and stir in Parmesan cheese until creamy.
  9. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

For extra richness, add an additional tablespoon of butter before serving.