Garlic Butter Rice Recipe
Garlic Butter Rice is rich, simple, and so tasty. A quick and easy side dish that pairs with just about anything!
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- Salt to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the rice and cook for another 2–3 minutes to lightly toast it.
- Pour in chicken broth and add a pinch of salt. Stir.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes.
- Once the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and garnish with chopped herbs if desired.