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Garlic Butter Rice

A fast, easy way to make a side of rice that has the perfect balance of garlic and butter flavors.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 3 servings
Calories 258kcal
Author Brandie Skibinski

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter
  • ½ cup long-grain white rice (not instant)
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 2 teaspoons chicken better than bouillon base
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

Instructions

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup (½ stick) unsalted butter.
  • Once melted, add 1/2 cup long-grain white rice and stir until it becomes a light golden color (about 2 minutes.)
    Melted butter and rice in a skillet.
  • Add 1 1/2 cups water, 2 teaspoons chicken better than bouillon base and stir until the bouillon has dissolved.
    Water, rice, better than bouillon, melted butter, and garlic in a pan.
  • Add 4 garlic cloves, minced and stir it in.
    Garlic added to the butter and rice combo in a skillet.
  • Cover and bring to a boil. Turn to low heat and cook for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender. Give it a stir and serve immediately.
    fully cooked garlic butter rice in a skillet.

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Notes

  • Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.

Nutrition

Calories: 258kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g | Sodium: 329mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 0.3g
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