Stick of Butter Rice

closeup of a casserole dish with butter rice

4.82 from 11 votes

This super easy stick of butter rice recipe is an irresistible retro classic side dish! It has so much savory flavor, is made with very few ingredients, and goes with everything.

Prep Time5

Cook Time1

Total Time1 5

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: stick of butter rice

Servings:

Author: Natasha Bull

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked long grain white rice see note
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed beef broth or beef consommé
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed French Onion soup
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder optional
1/2 cup butter cut into pats
Chopped chives for serving, optional

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400F and move the rack to the middle position.
To an 8x8 baking dish, add the rice, beef broth, French onion soup, and garlic powder. Give it a stir, then top with the butter.
Cover it tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Take the foil off and continue baking, uncovered, for 30 minutes more.
Fluff the rice with a fork, top with chives if using, and enjoy!

Notes

I use rice that's labeled as "long grain white rice" on the package. You should be able to find it easily at most major grocery stores. Jasmine and basmati rice are varieties of long grain white rice that may work in this recipe, but I have not tested them specifically. You may need to adjust timing. I don't recommend using instant rice. Brown rice will likely take longer to cook and need more liquid.
To double this recipe to serve 8, use a 9x13 baking dish, double all ingredients, and check after the recommended cooking time. If the rice still isn't done, just pop it back in the oven for a bit longer.
I recommend using unsalted butter as this dish can end up quite salty otherwise.
This recipe is accurate as tested at sea level. Keep in mind cooking time may vary depending on altitude and individual ovens and baking dishes.

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