Chicken Flavored Rice
This buttery and savory chicken flavored rice combines rice, orzo pasta, and chicken broth for a fluffy, flavorful side dish that pairs with almost anything.
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Saucepan
- Measuring Cups
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1/2 cup orzo pasta
- 1/2 tsp dehydrated onion
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 3 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp chicken base
- salt if needed at the end
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the orzo pasta and cook, stirring often, until golden brown.
- Stir in the rice and let it toast for 1–2 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the dehydrated onion and black pepper.
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the chicken base until dissolved.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork, taste for seasoning, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
This chicken flavored rice reheats beautifully. Add a splash of broth when warming leftovers to keep it fluffy.
