Name: Delicious and Simple American Oven-Baked Rice Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 1 cup long-grain white rice; 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth; 2 tbsp butter, melted; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Delicious and Simple American Oven-Baked Rice Recipe

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This American oven-baked rice recipe is a perfect side dish that is easy to make and pairs well with any main course. The rice comes out fluffy and perfectly cooked with a hint of buttery flavor. It is a great alternative to stove-top rice cooking.

Ingredients

1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 tbsp butter, melted
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
In a baking dish, combine the rice, broth, melted butter, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and fluff the rice with a fork. Return to the oven, uncovered, for an additional 10-15 minutes until the rice is tender and all the liquid is absorbed.
Let the rice rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

Oven-baked rice is a hands-off cooking method that ensures perfectly cooked rice every time.

Adding broth instead of water gives the rice extra flavor and depth.

This recipe can be easily customized by adding herbs, spices, or vegetables to the rice mixture before baking.