Description
Golden, crispy-topped and full of rich, savory flavor, French Onion Butter Rice is the ultimate comfort side dish made with pantry staples. This easy recipe transforms simple ingredients like long-grain white rice, butter, and onions into a dish that tastes like it came from a cozy French bistro. Whether you’re planning quick dinner ideas, need a reliable side for potlucks, or want new food ideas for the week, this easy recipe delivers major flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for meal prep, holidays, or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons butter, melted
2 cups beef broth
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
3. (Optional) Sauté sliced onions in a pan with a small amount of butter over medium heat for 10–15 minutes until softened and slightly golden.
4. In a 9×13-inch baking dish, combine rinsed rice, onions, melted butter, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour in the beef broth and stir gently to mix.
6. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
7. Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 25–30 minutes until the top is golden and the liquid is fully absorbed.
8. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
9. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and enjoy.
Notes
For deeper onion flavor, take the time to sauté the onions before baking.
Always rinse the rice to avoid gumminess in the finished dish.
To reheat leftovers and restore the crispy top, use an oven instead of a microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American/French-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: easy dinner, comfort food, rice recipe, French onion, baked rice