Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.25 cup

butter

melted

1 tbsp

minced onion

minced

1 cup

uncooked rice

2 cup

chicken broth

Step 1
~7 min

Melt butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat.

Step 2
~7 min

Add rice and minced onion to the skillet.

Step 3
~7 min

Stir constantly, browning the rice until golden brown.

Key Technique: Browning
Step 4
~7 min

Bring chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan.

Step 5
~7 min

Pour the boiling broth over the browned rice in the skillet.

Step 6
~7 min

Cover the skillet tightly.

Step 7
~7 min

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 40-50 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 8
~7 min

If the rice is not fully cooked, add a little more water and continue simmering.

Key Technique: Simmering

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Rinsing the rice before cooking can help remove excess starch and prevent stickiness.

For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.

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

Pairs well with roasted chicken or grilled vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted chicken
Grilled vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food staple

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Holiday meal

Popularity Score

65/100