Description
Meet your new weeknight hero! This Garlic Butter Rice is fluffy, buttery, and infused with toasty garlic and sweet onion magic. It’s fast, comforting, and turns pantry staples into pure deliciousness. Perfect with grilled chicken, saucy shrimp, or by the spoonful straight from the pot (no shame here). Cozy, foolproof, and ready in 25 minutes—this is your flavor-packed sidekick for busy nights!
Ingredients
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1 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp butter, divided (unsalted preferred)
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1 small yellow onion, finely diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup jasmine rice (rinsed well)
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2 cups chicken or veggie broth (low-sodium)
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Start the Base: Heat oil & 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Once butter foams, add onion, sauté 3-4 mins until soft.
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Add Garlic: Stir in garlic, cook 1 min until fragrant—don’t let it brown!
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Toast the Rice: Stir in rice, toast 1-2 mins until lightly golden and nutty.
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Simmer: Pour in broth, season with salt & pepper. Bring to simmer, cover, reduce heat to low. Cook 15-18 mins—no peeking!
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Fluff & Finish: Off heat, fluff rice with fork, stir in remaining 1 tbsp butter. Garnish with parsley or chives if desired.
Notes
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Mushy rice? Reduce broth by 2 tbsp, keep simmer gentle.
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Want next-level flavor? Brown your butter before starting!
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Basmati swap? Use 1¾ cups broth, simmer 18 mins.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 230 kcal per serving
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 3g