This Stick of Butter Rice is a simple but impressive side dish. It’s made with white rice baked with a combination of beef broth, French onion soup, and butter until tender, creamy, and so flavorful! Just 5 minutes of prep needed!
There’s nothing better than a simple side dish. The last thing I want to do when I’m spending time on an entree is spend a bunch of time also prepping a side dish.
This Stick of Butter Rice is a quick and easy side dish made with pantry staples! It takes just a couple minutes to prep before you’re popping it in the oven and not thinking about it again until it’s ready to go.
Why I LOVE this recipe!
- Just 4 ingredients – Yep! That’s it!
- Simple and delicious – This recipe requires very minimal prep, but the end result is delicious!
- Versatile – This side dish is definitely not lacking in flavor, but it’s still versatile enough to be paired with so many different entrees!
Recipe Notes
This easy Stick of Butter Rice recipe is as simple as promised! Just 5 minutes of prep for a delicious rice side dish.
In this section I am going to go through a few tips and tricks I use for how to make this Rice Dish with French Onion Soup to get the absolute best and most delicious results.
Make sure to scroll to the bottom for the FULL recipe card.
Ingredients + Substitutions
- Long Grain White Rice
- Beef Broth – I like the flavor of beef broth as a base for this rice dish, but you can swap it out for chicken broth or vegetable broth if that’s what you prefer.
- Condensed French Onion Soup
- Butter – You’ll need 1/2 cup (which is 1 stick) of butter, cut into 20 pats. Be sure to cut them as evenly as possible for even distribution. Salted or unsalted butter will work.
Make sure to see the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the full quantities and ingredients list.
Recipe Variations
If you love this recipe as much as we do and want some quick ways to change it up for variety, these little tips will do the trick!
- Stick of Butter Chicken and Rice – Make your French Onion Soup Rice into a meal by mixing it up with bites of cooked chicken OR any other protein you like. Try it with cooked pork, cooked ground beef, or cooked turkey too!
- Stick of Butter Rice with Veggies – Give your side dish a boost of nutrition by adding in a veggie or a combination of veggies. Try it with peas, sautéed mushroom, onion, carrot, you name it.
- Cheesy Stick of Butter Rice– Give your Stick of Butter Rice a cheesy twist with a layer of parmesan, gruyere, cheddar, or any of your favorite cheeses. I recommend adding the cheese to the top of the baking dish in the last few minutes of cooking so it gets nice and melty without burning.
Recipe Step by Step
I am going to highlight a few key steps in the recipe here, but make sure to jump down to the recipe card for comprehensive instructions on how to make this Rice Dish with French Onion Soup.
Add the rice to the bottom of a baking dish.
Top with beef broth and French onion soup. Mix to combine.
Place pats of butter evenly over the top of the mixture.
Cover with foil, then bake at 350ºF for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for another 30 minutes. Stir and serve!
Recipe Tips
- Cover with foil for 30 minutes – Covering the baking dish with foil for the first half of the cooking time traps in the moisture. The moisture is what helps the rice cook to its ideal tenderness.
- Make more! – Serving a larger crowd? You can easily double this recipe simply by making it in a 9×13 baking dish instead of an 8×8 baking dish.
Recipe Short Cuts
If you need to make this recipe, but are extra short on time, here are some ways you can get ahead!
- Make ahead and store – Prepare and bake the recipe as instructed, then let it cool completely. Once cooled, you can store it in the refrigerator for a couple of days before serving.
- To reheat, simply pop the baking dish back in the oven at 350ºF for 20 minutes or until the rice is heated through.
Freezer Meal Instructions
Making this Stick of Butter Rice Recipe into a freezer meal is simple! Follow the steps below and you can store this recipe in the freezer for up to 6 months.
How to Freeze Stick of Butter Rice After Cooking
- Let the cooked rice cool completely, then transfer to a freezer-safe container.
- Store in the freezer for 2-3 months.
- When you’re ready to re-serve, thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then warm in the oven until heated through. Keep in mind that freezing and thawing the rice can affect the texture slightly.
What to Serve with Stick of Butter Rice
Since this side dish has the delicious flavors of French onion soup, it will pair well with many of your favorite entrees or other classic sides.
Choose one or several of these recipe to create a wholesome, well-rounded dinner. There are both classic options and some healthy options to keep it light.
Entree Ideas
- French Onion Pot Roast – This French Onion Pot Roast is the perfect way to tie in the French onion flavor of your rice! This is another 4-ingredient recipe with just 10 minutes of hands-on time required.
- Garlic Herb Steak – Enjoy a restaurant quality meal with this Garlic Herb Steak and a side of French Onion Soup Rice. This recipe yields tender, juicy, perfectly-cooked steak in a quick 15 minutes.
Side Dish Ideas
- Sautéed Green Beans – These Sautéed Green Beans are the perfect 15-minute veggie side dish. They’re crisp-tender, garlicky, and finished with parmesan, pine nuts, red pepper flakes, and parsley.
- Herb Roasted Potatoes – These Herb Roasted Potatoes are crispy on the outside and perfectly fluffy in the middle. They’re delicious paired with rice and the entree of your choice, and they take just 15 minutes to prep.
French Onion Soup Rice Leftovers
If you have leftovers after making this recipe, then it is your lucky day! They save and reheat well, and can make the start of another delicious dish.
To save leftovers, separate into meal sized portions and then place in an airtight container and store:
- in the refrigerator for 3-4 days
- in the freezer up to 3 months
Leftover Recipes
Here are a few ways to repurpose those leftovers and give them a delicious makeover!
- Bang Bang Chicken Bowls – Use your leftover Stick of Butter Rice as a base for these Bang Bang Chicken Bowls. These bowls are loaded up with pan-seared chicken and tons of crunchy veggies topped with homemade bang bang sauce.
- Stuffed Peppers – Turn this rice into a flavorful filling for your favorite stuffed pepper recipe! Try it with Oven Baked Stuffed Pepper Casserole or Italian Stuffed Peppers!
Recipe FAQ’s
Can you make Stick of Butter Rice with brown rice?
Yes! This recipe works great with brown rice too, although you will need to adjust the cooking time. I recommend adding a little bit of extra broth and 20 minutes to the total baking time.
Do you need to rinse the rice beforehand?
Nope! No need. The rice texture comes out perfectly for me without taking the extra step.
More EASY Side Dish Recipes
If you enjoyed this recipe, I really hope you will take a moment to grab a few more easy recipes for another busy night!
You can check out all of my easy side dish recipes here, or see a few of our readers favorite rice recipes below.
Stick of Butter Rice
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 10 ounce can beef broth
- 10 ounce can condensed French onion soup, 1 can
- ½ cup butter, cut into 20 pats
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350˚F.
- Add the rice, beef broth, and French onion soup to a 2 quart (medium) baking dish. Place pats of butter evenly over the top.
- Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue to bake for an additional 30 minutes.
- Once done, stir the rice to distribute the flavor and serve warm.
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