One Pan Cheesy Rice
A comforting and creamy cheesy rice dish made in one pan, perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Saucepan For cooking the rice and mixing ingredients.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 small onion, finely diced
- 8 ounces chicken broth
- 8 ounces whole milk
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
Instructions
- Rinse the rice in a fine mesh sieve to remove surface starches, ensuring fluffy individual grains when cooked.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onion and cook until lightly browned around the edges, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the rice, chicken broth, milk, paprika, salt, and pepper to the pan, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce the heat to low.
- Refer to your rice package for cooking times; typically, white rice cooks in about 18-20 minutes, but this can vary.
- Cook until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Avoid lifting the lid repeatedly during cooking to prevent steam loss and dry rice.
- Remove the pan from heat. Add the shredded cheese. Gently stir and fluff the rice with a fork. Serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, consider mixing in cooked beef or vegetables like peas and carrots.