Crock Pot Garlic Rice Pilaf

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 14

Crock Pot Garlic Rice Pilaf Recipe

by The Chefin Entree

Prep

10 min

Cook

4 hours

Ready In

4 hours 10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

276

Sugar

Fat

Rice pilaf is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish. This Crock Pot Garlic Rice Pilaf recipe adds a depth of flavor with garlic, making it perfect to pair with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or your favorite seafood. The brown rice gives a nutty and chewy texture to the dish while also providing a number of nutritional benefits such as fiber and vitamin B. This Crock Pot Garlic Rice Pilaf recipe is great for busy weeknights, meal prepping and even entertaining.

Instructions

1.	In a pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add crushed garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
2.	Add the brown rice and continue to cook with the garlic, stirring frequently, for another 3-4 minutes.
3.	Transfer the rice and garlic mixture into your crock pot.
4.	Add 4 cups of chicken broth, salt, and pepper, and stir until everything is well combined.
5.	Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 5-6 hours.
6.	After 2-3 hours (or 5-6 hours if you're cooking on low), add the remaining cup of chicken broth, and stir well.
7.	Cover and cook for another hour until the rice is cooked through and tender.
8.	Once done, fluff the rice with a fork and serve.

PROS

This Crock Pot Garlic Rice Pilaf is a flavorful and easy side dish that can be paired with a variety of main courses.

The crockpot takes care of everything, so it’s easy to set and forget while you focus on other tasks.

Also, it is completely customizable: add your choice of herbs, vegetables or proteins to make it your own.

CONS

While the crockpot makes it easy to cook, the long cooking time means that this recipe may take longer than some other rice pilaf recipes.

It may also make it slightly more difficult to get the desired level of crispiness.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Crock Pot Garlic Rice Pilaf includes brown rice, which is a healthy whole grain that is packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Fiber is great for digestion, and brown rice is also known to help lower cholesterol.
Garlic is also thought to have many health benefits, including boosting the immune system and lowering blood pressure.

	4 tablespoons butter
	6 garlic cloves , crushed
	2 cups long grain brown rice
	5 cups chicken broth , divided
	1 teaspoon salt
	1 teaspoon pepper