Creamy Parmesan Rice
A comforting dish of creamy rice melded with rich Parmesan cheese and zesty lemon juice, perfect as a side or a main.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 25
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain or medium-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients: rice, broth, Parmesan cheese, garlic, butter, lemon juice, and seasonings.
- Sauté the garlic: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Cook the rice: Add rice to pan, stirring to coat with butter and garlic; toast for 2 minutes.
- Pour in the broth: Add chicken or vegetable broth, bring to a gentle boil, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the cheese: Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon juice.
- Season to perfection: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Garnish and serve: Spoon rice into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Notes
For a creamier texture, add extra broth while stirring in the cheese. Pair with grilled chicken or vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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