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Classic Rice Pilaf

This Classic Rice Pilaf is loaded with flavor and pairs perfectly with your favorite main dish whether it is poultry, fish, pork, or beef! 
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time45 mins
Total Time55 mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Keyword: classic rice recipe
Servings: 6
Calories: 284kcal
Author: Lisa Johnson

Equipment

  • Skillet

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • .5 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • .5 cup uncooked orzo
  • 3 cups heated chicken stock
  • .17 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/8 teaspoon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley

Instructions

  • Heat the oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. When the butter is melted, add the chopped onion. Cook, stirring occasionally until the onion is softened, about 6 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for one minute.
  • Add the rice and orzo to the skillet. Stir to combine with the onion mixture. Continue cooking and stirring until the rice is toasted/golden brown.
  • Pour in the heated chicken stock and add the cayenne pepper.
  • Stir, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover the skillet and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and fluff rice with a fork. Stir in the parsley, season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 284kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 176mg | Potassium: 221mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 233IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg