Description
This Cheesy Rice recipe is a comforting and creamy dish that pairs perfectly with any meal. With fluffy long-grain rice cooked in a flavorful blend of chicken broth, milk, and sharp cheddar cheese, each bite is a symphony of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice (not instant or brown)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 small onion, small diced
Seasonings and Cheese
- 8 ounces chicken broth
- 8 ounces whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
Instructions
- Rinse the Rice: Add the rice to a fine mesh sieve and rinse to remove surface starches.
- Sauté Onions: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add diced onion and cook until lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook Rice: Add rice, chicken broth, milk, paprika, salt, and pepper to the pan. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Add Cheese: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the grated cheddar cheese until melted. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve warm.
Notes
- Rinsing the rice before cooking helps achieve a fluffy texture.
- Avoid lifting the lid while cooking to prevent steam from escaping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
