Cheesy Rice Recipe
Learn how to make a delicious and comforting Cheesy Rice dish that is creamy and flavorful. Perfect as a side dish to complement your main course!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup milk or heavy cream
Garnish:
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cooking the Rice: In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15–18 minutes until tender.
- Adding Cheesy Goodness: Remove from heat, let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice, then stir in butter, cheddar cheese, and milk until creamy.
- Final Touch: Adjust seasoning if needed, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- For extra richness, use heavy cream instead of milk.
- Try mixing in other cheeses like mozzarella or Monterey Jack for variety.
- This dish pairs well with grilled chicken or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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