One-Pan Garlic Vegetable Rice

A white bowl with blue trim filled with a serving of garlic vegetable rice with a title overlay at the top.

5 from 8 votes

One-pan garlic vegetable rice is loaded with tender rice, sautéed garlic and onions, and colorful veggies, all cooked in one pan!

Prep Time5

Cook Time25

Total Time30

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: one-pan garlic vegetable rice, one-pan vegetable rice, One-Pot Garlic Vegetable Rice, vegetable rice

Servings: Servings

Calories: 295kcal

Author: Great Grub, Delicious Treats

Ingredients

1 cup rice, uncooked
1 small onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
16 ounce frozen mixed vegetables
Optional: top with sliced green onions and cilantro, if desired

Instructions

In a skillet, pot, or dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat.
Add diced onions and saute for 2 or 3 minutes, or until translucent.
Add minced garlic and continue to cook for an additional 1 minute, or until fragrant.
Next, add the rice and lightly toast, stirring constantly for a minute or two.
Pour the vegetable broth and seasonings into the pan. Stir to combine.
Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Once boiling, reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 12 -15 minutes.
Add the frozen vegetables to the rice mixture, stir, and cover.
Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes.
Fluff with a fork, top with green onions and cilantro, if desired, and enjoy.

Notes

Tips

The rice should be slightly underdone when you add the veggies.
Don't skip toasting the rice. It adds extra flavor!
Keep the lid on in the final few minutes to trap the steam.
Use high-quality broth for the best flavor.
Let the rice rest before fluffing, so it doesn't break apart.
Make a double portion and store the rest in the fridge for easy meals throughout the week.

Nutritional values are approximate.

Please note that these values can change with different brands and any modifications made to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements.

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