Homemade Rice a Roni

Bring the comforting taste of a beloved classic to your table with this easy and flavorful Homemade Rice A Roni recipe! Combining tender long-grain white rice and golden-toasted vermicelli pasta, this dish is infused with the rich flavors of chicken broth and a medley of pantry-friendly seasonings like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's a perfect one-skillet side dish that pairs effortlessly with your favorite main courses. The addition of butter creates a luscious base, while a hint of dried parsley adds a fresh, herby finish. Skip the store-bought box and enjoy the simple, homemade charm of this crowd-pleasing side! Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, it’s bound to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 1 cup vermicelli pasta (broken into 1-inch pieces)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 0.5 cup water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 0.25 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.

Step 2

Add the broken vermicelli pasta to the skillet and toast, stirring frequently, until the pieces turn golden brown (about 3–4 minutes).

Step 3

Stir in the rice and cook for another 1–2 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb some of the buttery flavor.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and water, then stir to combine.

Step 5

Add the salt, onion powder, garlic powder, dried parsley, paprika, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasoning.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid.

Step 7

Simmer for 15–18 minutes, or until the rice and pasta have absorbed all the liquid and are tender.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit, still covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the remaining steam to finish cooking the rice.

Step 9

Fluff the Rice a Roni with a fork and serve warm as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1059.4 grams (1059.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1342

Total Fat 28.10g	36%
Saturated Fat 14.90g	75%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 2315mg	101%
Total Carbohydrate 228.50g	83%
Dietary Fiber 8.80g	31%
Total Sugars 7.30g
Protein 40.50g	81%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 139mg	11%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 1039mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 19.0%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 68.8%