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Quick Stovetop Cheesy Rice: Your New Favorite Comfort Side Dish

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Make this incredibly creamy and easy cheesy rice on the stovetop in under 30 minutes. It is the perfect comfort food side dish for chicken, steak, or any weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tablespoon cream cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic brown.
  2. Add the uncooked rice to the saucepan and stir constantly for 1 minute to lightly toast the grains.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and milk. Add the salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat. If using, stir in the cream cheese until it melts smoothly into the rice.
  6. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir gently until all the cheese is melted and the rice is creamy and fully coated.
  7. Serve your easy cheesy rice immediately as a warm side dish.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, substitute half the milk with heavy cream.
  • You can easily adapt this recipe to be a one pan cheesy rice by adding frozen broccoli florets during the last 5 minutes of simmering.
  • If you prefer a milder flavor, use Monterey Jack cheese along with the cheddar.

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