Stick of Butter Rice

This Stick of Butter Rice recipe is about to rock your world! We’re talking about literally throwing a whole stick of butter into a baking dish with rice and a can of soup. Only 3 ingredients for the most AMAZING side dish you’ll ever eat!

I know what you’re thinking, an entire sick of butter in rice? Sounds crazy, right? It’s one of those recipes that seems too simple to be amazing, but believe me, it’s perfection! It’s become my go-to family’s favorite rice recipe whenever I need something that the whole family will eat!

This baked rice casserole is seriously the ultimate comfort food hack. I mean, we’re literally melting an entire stick of butter and letting rice swim in it like it’s on vacation. Add some French onion soup to the mix and you’ve got yourself a delicious side dish that will make you look like a super cook! It’s the perfect example of how simple pantry ingredients can create something absolutely so delicious.

Ingredient Notes:

• Long-Grain Rice: Long-grained white rice works best as it stays fluffy and doesn’t get mushy during the longer baking time. You could also use jasmine rice or brown rice, though cooking times may vary. Skip the instant rice for this recipe.
• Salted Butter: Using a full stick creates that signature delicious rice flavor that makes this dish so special. If you prefer less butter, you can reduce it, but honestly, why would you?
• French Onion Soup: The canned soup provides incredible flavor and the perfect amount of liquid. You could substitute with beef consommé mixed with onion soup mix, beef consomme, or even low-sodium beef broth with seasonings.

STEP 7: Remove the foil and bake 15-20 more minutes, uncovered, until the top of the rice is lightly golden and the rice is fully tender. 

STEP 8: Let stand covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

 STEP 9: Garnish with fresh chives and serve hot.

NOTE: Make sure to cover tightly with aluminum foil – no gaps or loose edges! This creates a steam chamber that cooks the rice perfectly. You don’t want crunchy undercooked rice!

Storage and Reheating:

Storage: Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container. It can be kept for up to 2-3 days.

Reheating: When reheating leftover rice, add a splash of water or broth to loosen if dry. Reheat gently on the stove top or in the microwave until thoroughly warmed. 

Freezing: Place the rice in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of water or broth if needed.

Additions and Substitutions:

ADDITIONS:

• Vegetables: Add finely chopped mushrooms when stirring in the rice for extra texture and stronger flavor.
• Protein: Add cooked rotisserie chicken to make it a complete meal perfect for main dishes.
• Soup Variations: Try cream of mushroom soup or vegetable broth for different flavor profiles.

SUBSTITUTIONS:

• Rice Options: While we love long grain rice, you can experiment with other varieties, though avoid using a rice cooker for this particular recipe.
• Soup: If you want low sodium options, look for reduced-sodium versions of your favorite soups.
• Butter: You could use pats of butter instead of one whole stick, but the magic really happens with the full amount.

What can I serve with this Butter Rice?

This perfect side dish pairs great with pork chops, mini meatloaf muffins, Pot Roast, Pecan Crusted Chicken, or any main course you can think of. This flavorful side dish complements everything from casual weeknight meals to holiday gatherings, it’s that good!

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