Rule #244: Flippin’ a switch is all that stands between you and a delicious side dish.
This Easy Italian Rice recipe is as simple and delicious as it gets, y’all. All you need is a handful of ingredients and the beautiful flip of a rice cooker’s switch. You don’t have to have a little rice cooker to do this Easy Italian Rice dance though. You can also simmer it on the stove top Old School Style.
We have this rice cooker and absolutely love it! It cooks the rice perfectly every time with zero effort and mess. Just place a couple of paper towels in front of the cooker so the steam drops (I call them sputters) can fall onto them.
To make this Easy Italian Rice, just combine 2 cups of chicken stock, 1/4 tsp. Italian seasoning, and 1 cup of uncooked white rice in a rice cooker. Turn on the rice cooker and let it do the work! Don’t break a sweat flippin’ that switch. OR if you don’t have a rice cooker, combine these ingredients in a medium stock pot. Cover, bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low until the rice is cooked through (about 20 minutes). Fluff with a fork and serve!
The rice will be perfectly cooked and full of flavor in no time!
We garnish ours with a little chopped basil and Parmesan cheese. It adds just enough flavor to send this simple side dish over the top!
Here are some Main Dishes that would pair quite perfectly with this Easy Italian Rice:
Lemony Boiled Shrimp with Homemade Honey Mustard
Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Meatballs
Roasted Chicken with Goat Cheese and Lemon
Cheers to a delicious meal that has a delicious little friend in this simple side dish!
Easy Italian Rice
Equipment
- 1 rice cooker
Ingredients
- 2 cups chicken stock
- ¼ tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- Chopped basil for garnish
- Grated Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- In a rice cooker or medium stock pot, combine chicken stock, Italian seasoning, and rice. Either turn on rice cooker or bring the mixture to a boil. If cooking on the stove, reduce the heat to a simmer once it’s reached a boiling point. Simmer, covered, for 20 minutes, or until rice is cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped basil and Parmesan, if desired.
Nutrition
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This Easy Italian Rice recipe looks fantastic! I love how simple and quick it is to prepare. Can’t wait to try it out with some fresh herbs and a bit of parmesan. Thanks for sharing!
I tried this Easy Italian Rice recipe last night, and it was a hit with my family! The flavors were so vibrant, and it paired perfectly with grilled chicken. Thanks for sharing such a simple yet delicious dish! I’ll definitely be making it again.
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This Easy Italian Rice recipe was a game-changer for my weeknight dinners! I loved how simple and flavorful it was. The addition of fresh herbs really took it to the next level. Can’t wait to try it with some grilled chicken. Thanks for sharing!
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I tried this Easy Italian Rice recipe last night, and it was a hit! The flavors were amazing, and it came together so quickly. I love how customizable it is too—next time, I might add some roasted vegetables for extra color and taste. Thanks for sharing such a delightful recipe!
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This Easy Italian Rice recipe is a game-changer! It’s so simple to make and packed with flavor. I added some sautéed veggies, and it turned out delicious! Perfect side dish for any meal—thanks for sharing!
This Easy Italian Rice recipe looks fantastic! I love how simple the ingredients are, yet it seems so flavorful. Can’t wait to try it for dinner this week!