Description
A comforting and creamy cheesy rice recipe that is easy to make and perfect as a side dish. This stovetop rice dish is loaded with cheddar cheese and a hint of garlic, making it a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Cheese Mixture:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: In a medium saucepan, bring the water or broth and salt to a boil. Stir in the rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Prepare the Cheesy Sauce: Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the butter, milk, shredded cheese, and garlic powder if using. Continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the rice is creamy. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt and flavor.
- You can substitute brown rice—just increase the cooking time and liquid according to package directions.
- Stir in steamed broccoli, peas, or diced ham to make it a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
