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Classic Homestyle Buttered Corn Rice

A white bowl filled with fluffy white rice mixed generously with bright yellow sweet corn kernels, representing buttered corn rice.
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Make this simple, delicious buttered corn rice from scratch. It is a quick and easy rice side dish perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 3/4 cups chicken broth or water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup frozen or fresh sweet corn kernels
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional, for creamier texture)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the dry rice to the saucepan and toast for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly until the edges of the grains turn slightly translucent. This step adds depth to your flavor.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth or water and add the salt. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it stand, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. Do not skip this resting time.
  6. Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Stir in the corn kernels.
  7. If using, stir in the heavy cream now for a creamier corn rice dinner idea.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. This savory corn and butter rice pairs well with chicken.

Notes

  • For a cheesy corn rice casserole variation, stir in 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese after fluffing the rice.
  • Use fresh sweet corn when available for the best flavor pairing.
  • If you prefer a less rich dish, substitute half the butter with olive oil.
  • This recipe is a simple rice side dish for chicken or your best rice side dish for BBQ.

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