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Chicken Flavored Rice

Savory Chicken Flavored Rice with a Touch of Orzo Magic

A delightful Chicken Flavored Rice recipe enhanced with orzo, creating a savory and textured side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Use salted for a savory taste.
  • 1 cup Long Grain White Rice Do not rinse before cooking.
  • 1 tablespoon Dehydrated Onion Substitute fresh if needed.
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper Adjust to your taste.
  • 2.5 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium options are great.
  • 1 tablespoon Chicken Base Vital for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For additional seasoning if needed.
For the Orzo Twist
  • 0.5 cup Orzo Pasta Small pasta shaped like rice.
For the Garnish
  • Chopped Fresh Parsley Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until foamy.
  2. Add the long grain white rice and orzo; toast for about 5 minutes until golden.
  3. Stir in dehydrated onion and black pepper; add chicken broth and chicken base until dissolved.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently.
  5. Cook uncovered for approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Cover with a lid and lower heat, cooking undisturbed for 20 minutes.
  7. Fluff with a fork after letting it rest for 5 minutes, adjust seasoning, and serve with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make sure to closely watch cooking times for perfect rice and orzo tenderness.

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