Garlic Rice Pilaf with Fresh Parsley

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A fragrant rice dish cooked in broth with garlic and herbs, finished with a bright parsley finish. This general-inspired one pot ready in about 30 minutes pairs long-grain white rice, chicken broth, butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 240 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Melt 3 tbsp butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent browning.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 cups long-grain white rice, stirring to coat evenly; cook for 1 minute until rice edges become translucent.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 3 cups chicken broth, add 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, bring to a simmer, cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed. Fluff with a fork and stir in 1/4 cup chopped parsley.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Garlic Rice Pilaf with Fresh Parsley take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Garlic Rice Pilaf with Fresh Parsley?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep long-grain white rice from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic Rice Pilaf with Fresh Parsley?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Garlic Rice Pilaf with Fresh Parsley for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Garlic Rice Pilaf with Fresh Parsley?

General one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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