Texas Roadhouse Seasoned Rice (Copycat Recipe)
This buttery, boldly spiced Texas Roadhouse Seasoned Rice is easy to make at home! A simple rice pilaf toasted in butter and simmered in savory broth and seasonings — just like the restaurant favorite.
6
Servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley optional, for garnish
Equipment
- Large pot with lid
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Fine-mesh strainer (for rinsing rice)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the rice and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until it starts to turn golden brown and smells nutty.
- Stir in the onion, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes to combine and release the aroma.
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 22–25 minutes, or until most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let the rice sit (still covered) for 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork, sprinkle with parsley if using, and serve.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free chicken broth and unsalted butter.
Rinsing the rice before cooking helps remove excess starch and prevents clumping.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for 1 month.
This rice goes great with grilled steak, pulled chicken, shrimp, or even in burritos.
Nutrition
Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 810mg | Potassium: 151mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 432IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg