Description
This French Onion Rice recipe is a comforting and flavorful baked side dish that combines tender long grain white rice with rich condensed French onion soup and beef broth. Enhanced by sautéed onions and optionally topped with melted mozzarella or Swiss cheese, it delivers a perfect blend of creamy, savory goodness that pairs wonderfully with steak, chicken, or roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
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Rice Mixture
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed French onion soup
- 1 (10.5 oz) can beef broth
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Topping
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the rice.
- Sauté Onions: In a medium oven-safe skillet or baking dish, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped yellow onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes until soft and golden, bringing out their natural sweetness.
- Add Rice and Toast: Stir in the long grain white rice, cooking it for 1–2 minutes to lightly toast the grains, enhancing the flavor and texture.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour in the condensed French onion soup, beef broth, and sprinkle in the garlic powder along with salt and pepper to taste. Stir the mixture to combine everything evenly.
- Bake Covered: Cover the skillet or baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to trap steam and bake for 40–45 minutes. Bake until the rice is tender and all liquid has been absorbed.
- Fluff Rice: Remove the foil and fork-fluff the rice to separate the grains for a light, fluffy texture.
- Add Cheese (Optional): If using cheese, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese evenly over the top. Return the dish to the oven uncovered and bake for an additional 5–7 minutes until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish by garnishing with chopped parsley for a fresh finish. Serve the French Onion Rice warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- To make this recipe vegetarian, substitute the beef broth and condensed French onion soup with vegetable broth and a vegetarian onion soup alternative.
- This dish pairs excellently with steak, chicken, or a variety of roasted vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
