Garlic Butter Parmesan Rice

stirring rice and spinach with wooden spoon

4.95 from 20 votes

Enjoy this easy-to-make Garlic Butter Parmesan Rice, bursting with flavor and cooked all in one pot! It makes a great side dish for chicken, steak, or seafood.

Prep Time5

Cook Time25

Total Time30

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: easy rice recipe, easy side dish, garlic butter rice, garlic rice, parmesan rice

Servings:

Calories: 373kcal

Author: Katerina | Easy Weeknight Recipes

Equipment

Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 cup milk
1 cup water, you can also use chicken broth or vegetable broth
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
4 cups fresh baby spinach, optional
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided

Instructions

Set a Dutch oven or a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat and melt the butter. Stir in the garlic and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently. Do not burn the garlic.
Add rice and stir around to evenly coat with the melted butter. Stir in the milk, water, salt, and pepper, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Cover with a lid and reduce the heat to low; cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the lid and stir in the Parmesan cheese, baby spinach, and 1 tablespoon parsley. Remove from heat; cover and let stand for 3 minutes.
Garnish with remaining parsley and serve.

Notes

Avoid Burning the Garlic: Stir the garlic to keep the flavor fresh and to prevent bitterness.
Stir the Rice: Prevents the rice from sticking and ensures even cooking.

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