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Simple Stovetop Cheesy Rice: Your Quick Comfort Side Dish

A close-up of a white bowl filled with creamy, comforting cheesy rice topped with melted shredded cheddar.
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You can make this creamy, comforting cheesy rice on the stovetop in under 30 minutes. This easy recipe uses simple ingredients like sharp cheddar and garlic to create a side dish that pairs well with chicken, steak, or any main meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup milk or half-and-half
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic brown.
  2. Add the uncooked rice to the saucepan. Stir and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the edges of the rice grains look slightly translucent.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the milk or half-and-half.
  6. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese. Stir gently until the cheese is fully melted and the rice is creamy.
  7. Serve your cheesy rice immediately as a side dish.

Notes

  • For extra creaminess, substitute 1/4 cup of the milk with 2 ounces of softened cream cheese when adding the milk in step 5.
  • You can use pre-cooked rice to speed up the process; skip steps 1 through 4 and proceed directly to step 5, heating the broth/milk mixture first before stirring in the cheese.
  • This recipe works well with long-grain white rice; avoid using instant rice for the best texture.

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