Description
Stick of Butter Rice is a simple, savory side dish that’s packed with flavor and requires minimal effort! This easy-to-make rice dish is made with just a few ingredients: rice, butter, chicken broth, and a touch of onion soup mix. The result is a buttery, fluffy rice that’s perfect to complement any meal, from grilled chicken to roasted vegetables. It’s a family favorite and a must-try for those who love easy, no-fuss recipes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter
- 1 can (15 oz) chicken broth
- 1 packet dry onion soup mix
- 1 ½ cups water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the rice: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, add the rice, chicken broth, and water. Stir to combine.
- Add the butter: Place the stick of butter (unwrapped) directly on top of the rice mixture.
- Add the onion soup mix: Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly over the rice and butter.
- Bake the rice: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Serve: Fluff the rice with a fork before serving. Enjoy as a side dish with your favorite main course!
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- For a richer flavor, try adding a bit of grated Parmesan cheese to the rice after baking.
- You can also add chopped vegetables like carrots, peas, or bell peppers to make this dish more colorful and nutritious.
- Make sure to cover the dish while baking to retain moisture and ensure the rice cooks evenly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg