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Easy French Onion Butter Rice: A Rich, Comforting Side Dish

A close-up of a white bowl filled with fluffy french onion butter rice, topped generously with caramelized, crispy onions.
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Bring the deep, savory flavor of French onion soup to your dinner table with this easy French onion butter rice recipe. It is rich, buttery, and perfect as a side dish for steak or chicken.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed French onion soup
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 1/2 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large, oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes until they are deeply caramelized and soft. This step builds the flavor, so take your time.
  3. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until melted.
  4. Pour in the French onion soup, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Stir in the uncooked rice until it is evenly distributed.
  6. Cover the skillet tightly with a lid or aluminum foil.
  7. Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Do not lift the lid during baking.
  8. Remove the skillet from the oven. Let it stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
  9. Fluff the rice gently with a fork. If using, sprinkle the Gruyère cheese over the top and cover briefly until the cheese melts slightly.
  10. Serve this rich rice recipe immediately as a flavorful grain side.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the beef broth with high-quality vegetable broth.
  • If you do not have an oven-safe skillet, you can transfer the mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish after simmering on the stovetop.
  • This dish pairs well with roasted chicken or grilled steak.

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