Classic Rice Pilaf Recipe 🍚✨
This easy rice pilaf recipe is fluffy, buttery, and packed with savory flavor. Made with toasted rice, onions, garlic, and chicken broth, it's the perfect side dish for chicken, beef, seafood, or holiday dinners.
Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
25 Minutes
Total Time
35 Minutes
Servings
6
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup finely diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ cups long-grain white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Step 1: Sauté the Aromatics
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Step 2: Toast the Rice
Add the rice to the pan.
Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden.
Step 3: Add the Broth
Pour in the chicken broth.
Add:
- Salt
- Pepper
- Dried parsley
- Paprika
Stir well.
Step 4: Simmer
Bring to a gentle boil.
Reduce heat to low.
Cover and cook for 18-20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
Step 5: Rest and Fluff
Remove from heat.
Let stand covered for 5 minutes.
Fluff with a fork.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
What To Serve With Rice Pilaf
This fluffy rice dish pairs perfectly with: