Oven Rice

Elevate your side dish game with this effortlessly delicious Oven Rice recipe! Featuring fragrant basmati rice baked to perfection in a flavorful combination of chicken or vegetable broth, golden sautéed onions, and garlic, this dish is both comforting and sophisticated. The secret lies in baking the rice in the oven, which ensures perfectly fluffy grains and frees up your stovetop for other dishes. Ready in just 40 minutes with minimal effort, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or a crowd-pleasing dinner party addition. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant touch, and serve alongside your favorite entrées for an instant classic. Tagged with keywords like "baked rice," "easy side dish," and "fluffy oven rice," this recipe brings convenience and flavor together perfectly!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Basmati rice
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain well.

Step 3

In a large, oven-safe baking dish, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat on the stovetop (alternatively, use a pan and then transfer to the dish).

Step 4

Add the finely chopped onion to the melted butter. Cook, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the rinsed and drained rice to the dish. Stir to coat the rice evenly in the butter.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, and season with salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to seal in the steam.

Step 9

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is fully absorbed.

Step 10

Carefully remove the dish from the oven and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to finish steaming.

Step 11

Remove the foil, fluff the rice gently with a fork, and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy your perfectly cooked oven rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1515.4 grams (1515.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	805

Total Fat 27.70g	36%
Saturated Fat 14.80g	74%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 5816mg	253%
Total Carbohydrate 118.30g	43%
Dietary Fiber 4.00g	14%
Total Sugars 7.00g
Protein 22.20g	44%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 128mg	10%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 518mg	11%

*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: 30.7%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 58.3%