Description
Get ready to transform your dinner routine with this Copycat Texas Roadhouse Seasoned Rice—a buttery, savory, and deeply flavorful side dish that’s easy to make and perfect with just about any protein. This quick rice dish is ideal for those searching for easy dinner, fast side dishes, or flavorful food ideas for the family. With simple pantry ingredients, it’s a satisfying and budget-friendly option for your collection of dinner ideas, easy recipes, or even healthy snack alternatives when paired with grilled vegetables.
Ingredients
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the uncooked rice and sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring often, until lightly golden and fragrant.
2. Add paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly coat the rice in the seasonings.
3. Slowly pour in beef broth and soy sauce. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil.
4. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the rice simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed.
5. Remove from heat, fluff the rice with a fork, and garnish with chopped parsley if using. Serve warm.
Notes
For deeper flavor, toast the rice in butter until golden before adding liquids.
Don’t skip the lid—steaming is essential for fluffy texture.
Add extra broth or water if using brown rice, and increase the cook time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: seasoned rice, Texas Roadhouse rice, easy dinner, rice side dish, copycat recipes