This rice with chicken broth and butter is the easiest way to make flavorful, perfectly cooked rice, simple, comforting, and always reliable.
Easy Rice with Chicken Broth and Butter You'll Make on Repeat!
I like how it takes no extra effort compared to plain rice, yet the flavor is so much deeper. The butter coats each grain, and the broth slowly soaks in, leaving the rice soft and creamy without feeling heavy. It's the kind of dish I'll serve alongside roasted chicken or fish, but I also enjoy it on its own with just a chicken salad or a slice of bread.
For me, this is a recipe I come back to on busy days. It only needs three ingredients, and I can have a warm, satisfying side dish on the table without fuss. The best part? It cooks in the same amount of time as regular rice, so there's really no reason not to make it this way.
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⭐Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Only Three Ingredients: With just rice, broth, and butter, you get a dish that's simple, budget-friendly, and still full of flavor.
- Perfect Every Time: The rice cooks up creamy and soft with very little effort, giving you a reliable side dish you can count on for busy weeknights or family dinners.
- Easiest Method for Cooking Rice: This is truly the simplest way to make rice, no rinsing, no soaking, and no rice cooker needed. Just add everything to a saucepan, cover, and let it cook perfectly on its own.
🧾Ingredients
Here's what you need to make this rice with chicken broth recipe:
- Long Grain Rice: I like using long-grain rice because it stays light, fluffy, and separate after cooking, giving the dish a more elegant texture. Jasmine or basmati are my favorites, but any long-grain variety works beautifully.
- Chicken Broth: I use good-quality chicken broth makes all the difference. It infuses the rice with a gentle, savory flavor that water simply can't provide, turning a simple pot of rice into something deeply satisfying.
- Butter: For me, butter is what gives adds a creamy texture and a subtle richness that makes the rice taste smooth and comforting, without overpowering the flavor of the broth.
👩🏻🍳How to Make Rice with Chicken Broth and Butter
You can find the complete printable recipe with measurements below, but for now, here's a quick overview of how it goes:
1. Add the long-grain rice to a saucepan with a lid.
2. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat.
3. Reduce the heat to the lowest setting, stir in the butter until melted, cover, and cook undisturbed for 15 minutes.
4. Turn off the heat, give the rice a gentle stir, cover again, and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
💭My Tips for Recipe Success
Recipe Variation: If you prefer not to use chicken broth, simply swap it for the same amount of water. For meal prep or larger portions, just scale up the ingredients while keeping the rice-to-liquid ratio at 2:1.
Adjust the Broth: I sometimes add a bit more broth when I want the rice softer or slightly sticky, but for a firmer texture, I stick to the original ratio.
Storage: Let the rice cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. To reheat, add a splash of broth or water, cover, and warm gently to restore its creamy texture.
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Recipe
Rice with Chicken Broth and Butter (Easy Method)
Ingredients
- 200 g Long Grain Rice
- 450 ml Chicken Broth
- 40 g Butter
Instructions
- Place the long-grain rice in a saucepan with a lid, pour in the chicken broth, and bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
- Lower the heat to the lowest setting, stir in the butter until melted, cover with a lid, and let the rice cook undisturbed for 15 minutes.
- Turn off the heat, stir the rice, cover it again, and let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.
Susana says
I tried this rice with chicken broth and butter and it turned out amazing! So flavorful, creamy, and easy to make, definitely my new go-to method for perfectly cooked rice.