Texas Roadhouse–Style Seasoned Rice
Buttery, savory, and just the right touch of heat—this Texas Roadhouse–Style Seasoned Rice combines fluffy long-grain rice, onions, rich butter, and a cozy blend of spices. With a smoky kick from paprika and a gentle pop of red pepper, every bite is packed with flavor and perfect alongside just about any main.
6
servings
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter
- 2 cups (400 g) long-grain white rice rinsed well
- 1 yellow onion finely diced (about 1 cup)
- 2 1/2 cups (600 ml) chicken stock or low-sodium vegetable broth
Spices & Seasonings
- 2 tsp paprika smoked or sweet
- 2 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) crushed red pepper flakes more or less to taste
- 1 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
- 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) black pepper freshly ground
Optional for serving
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Equipment
- Large saucepan
- Cutting board
- Chef’s knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Swirl the pan until the butter smells nutty, but don’t let it brown.
- Add the rinsed rice to the pan. Stir constantly for 5–7 minutes, or until the rice turns lightly golden and smells toasty.
- Add the diced onion, paprika, dried parsley, garlic powder, crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir for another 1–2 minutes until the onion softens and everything is fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken stock. Stir, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover with a lid and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until the liquid is mostly absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Turn off the heat. Let the rice rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
This Texas Roadhouse–style rice stands up well to hearty mains and works with veggies, seafood, or even as a base for stir-fries. For a meatless version, substitute vegetable broth. Add other vegetables or protein, or finish with a squeeze of lemon for a citrusy twist.
Leftovers keep in the fridge for 4 days or can be frozen up to 2 months. Reheat with a splash of broth or water to restore moisture.
Nutrition
Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 480mg | Potassium: 105mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 580IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1.2mg