Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.25 unit

onion

minced

0.5 tsp

garlic

minced

2 tsp

butter

melted

0.5 tsp

thyme

dried

0.25 tsp

cayenne pepper

ground

2 cup

rice

uncooked

3 cup

chicken stock

low sodium

0.5 tsp

parsley flakes

dried

1 unit

bay leaf

whole

3 tbsp

butter

unsalted

Step 1
~4 min

Melt butter in a small dutch oven.

Step 2
~4 min

Add minced onion and minced garlic to the melted butter.

Step 3
~4 min

Sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.

Step 4
~4 min

Add rice to the dutch oven and stir over low heat until the rice is coated with butter.

Step 5
~4 min

Stir in chicken stock, parsley flakes, bay leaf, thyme, and cayenne pepper.

Step 6
~4 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 7
~4 min

Cover the dutch oven and bake at 400F for 17 minutes.

Step 8
~4 min

After removing from the oven, add 3 tablespoons of butter and stir.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, toast the rice in the butter before adding the stock.

Add a pinch of saffron for a vibrant color and unique flavor.

Use long-grain rice for a fluffier texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted chicken or fish.

Pair with a vegetable stir-fry.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Chicken
Grilled Fish
Vegetable Stir-fry

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food side dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Holiday
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100