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!
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1/2 cup uncooked orzo
- 3 cups heated chicken stock
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 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.