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Creamy Parmesan Rice

Creamy Parmesan Rice: Your New Favorite Comfort Dish

Creamy Parmesan Rice is a quick and easy gluten-free side dish that elevates any meal with its deliciously creamy texture and zesty flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long Grain White Rice Avoid quick-cook varieties for better texture
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Melt without browning
  • 1 small Onion Finely diced
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder Consider fresh garlic for stronger flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Adjust to your personal preference
  • 1 ¼ cups Chicken Stock Opt for low-sodium
  • 1 ½ cups Milk 2% milk is recommended
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Adds a wonderful zing
  • from half a lemon Lemon Zest For maximum impact
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese The star of the dish
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Creamy Parmesan Rice
  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until bubbling but not browned, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add one finely diced small onion to the melted butter, stir for 2-3 minutes until softened and translucent.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of long grain white rice, along with ½ teaspoon of garlic powder and ½ teaspoon of salt. Cook for about 1 minute.
  4. Pour in 1 ¼ cups of chicken stock and 1 ½ cups of milk. Cover and bring to a gentle boil, about 5 minutes.
  5. Once boiling, reduce heat to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in any reserved milk, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, lemon zest, and ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Taste and adjust salt if necessary, transfer to a serving dish, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 9gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.

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