Parmesan Garlic Rice

This garlic parmesan rice is a quick and easy side dish bursting with flavor thanks to the fresh zesty garlic and parmesan cheese. Made in one skillet, this cheesy rice is ready in 20 minutes and pairs perfectly with fish, chicken, and steak!

Ingredients:
4 tablespoons butter, divided
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup long grain rice, rinsed and drained
2 cups chicken broth, vegetable broth or water
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
4 tablespoons whole milk
½ cup shredded parmesan cheese, more for serving
Salt and pepper, to taste
Parsley, green onions or chives, optional garnish

Instructions:
In a medium size skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of butter and add the garlic. Cook the garlic about 30 seconds until fragrant and just starting to turn soft brown in color.
Add the rinsed and drained rice to the skillet and stir over medium heat. Stir often, so the rice can toast on all sides, and does not burn for 3-4 minutes. Watch closely as the rice will burn if it sits too long without being stirred.
Pour the chicken broth into the rice, stir, and the onion powder and granulated garlic. Stir until blended.
Turn the heat to low, loosely cover the skillet, and stir every few minutes to keep the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan. Cook rice for 10 to 15 minutes, or until rice is tender. Once rice is cooked, remove from heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter, parmesan cheese and milk. Stir until well blended.
Salt and pepper, to taste. Top with fresh parsley and more parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

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