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Rice made in the Instant Pot with garlic, fresh parsley and chives, along with butter is an easy to make side dish that turns out perfectly every time!
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Instant Pot Garlic and Herb Rice

Garlic and Herb Rice is full of amazing flavor and is a terrific side dish that can be served any time of year.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 199kcal
Author: Donya Mullins

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 cups long grain white rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cloves garlic - minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¾ teaspoon Kosher salt (or less if you prefer)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley - chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives - chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  • Place rice in a strainer and rinse under running water until water runs clear, 3-4 minutes. Add water, rinsed rice, garlic and olive oil to Instant Pot and stir. Secure lid on pot. Select RICE button (it will set to 12 minutes) and close steam valve.
  • Once timer goes off, do a quick release on steam valve. Carefully, remove lid and fluff rice with a fork. Add in parsley, chives, salt and butter, gently mixing into rice. Serve immediately.

Notes

Leftovers
  • Store cooled leftover rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through.
 
Nutritional values provided are an estimate and will vary depending on the brands used.

Nutrition

Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g