Texas Roadhouse Seasoned Rice
Texas Roadhouse Seasoned Rice is a flavorful and aromatic side dish featuring perfectly cooked rice tossed with herbs and spices, inspired by the beloved steakhouse flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
- Add the rice, butter, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to the boiling water.
- Stir once, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, try cooking the rice in chicken broth instead of water or adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.