Description
A rich and flavorful rice dish infused with the deep taste of caramelized onions, butter, and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized (about 15 minutes).
- Stir in rice, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Fluff rice with a fork and mix in Parmesan cheese if using.
Notes
- Use low-sodium broth to control saltiness.
- Add a splash of white wine for extra flavor.
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: French onion rice, butter rice, caramelized onion rice, easy side dish