Rice Pilaf

Rice Pilaf

from bakeitwithlove.com
35 min

This rice pilaf is made with orzo pasta, long grain white rice, onion, garlic, chicken broth, and just a little salt. It's a super easy recipe that makes a fantastic side dish for chicken, beef, pork, seafood, and more! Best of all, the rice turns out perfectly fluffy and flavorful in about 30 minutes!

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • ½ cup orzo pasta ((uncooked))
  • ½ cup onion ((diced))
  • 2 cloves garlic ((minced))
  • ½ cup long grain white rice
  • 2 cup chicken broth
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 Tbsp chopped parsley ((optional garnish))

Directions

  1. 1

    Rinse your rice under cold water for a few minutes until the water runs clear. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat and add the orzo pasta. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the orzo turns golden brown.

  3. 3

    Add the onion and saute for 3-5 minutes or until translucent, then add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.

  4. 4

    Add the white rice, chicken broth, and salt to the pan and stir to combine. Increase the heat to high and bring it to a boil.

  5. 5

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 10 minutes.

  6. 6

    After 10 minutes have passed, turn off the heat and let your rice pilaf sit covered for another 10 minutes as the pasta and rice continue to cook.

  7. 7

    Use a fork to fluff the rice pilaf before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.