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

Close-up of a white bowl filled with creamy french onion butter rice topped generously with caramelized, crispy fried onions.
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You can take a simple side dish to the next level with this French onion butter rice recipe. It blends rich, savory flavors with fluffy rice, creating a comforting dish that pairs perfectly with steak or chicken. This recipe is easy to make and brings a gourmet touch to your weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed French onion soup
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 1/2 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the olive oil and 4 tablespoons of the butter. Add the sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes until they are deeply caramelized and soft. Remove the onions from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the French onion soup, beef broth, garlic powder, and dried thyme. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Stir in the uncooked long-grain white rice until it is fully coated.
  5. Pour the rice mixture into your prepared baking dish. Top evenly with the caramelized onions.
  6. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Do not lift the foil during the first 35 minutes.
  7. Remove the dish from the oven. If using cheese, sprinkle the Gruyère evenly over the top. Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, for 5 more minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving immediately.

Notes

  • For a quicker onion flavor, you can substitute the fresh onions with 1 cup of French onion soup base mixed with 1/2 cup of beef broth, skipping step 2.
  • This rice pairs well with roasted chicken, grilled steak, or pork chops.
  • If you do not have beef broth, use chicken broth, but the flavor profile will be slightly less traditional for this dish.

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