Creamy Lemon Rice

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Lyndsay Wells

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Jun. 30, 2023

This bright rice dish has a creamy texture that's reminiscent of a lemon risotto, but without all the watching and stirring. Keep this one in your back pocket for hosting dinner guests—or a great side any old day! —Lyndsay Wells, Ladysmith, British Columbia

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Creamy Lemon Rice

Yield:4 servings
Prep:10 min
Cook:20 min

Ingredients

  • 2-1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
  • 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh basil
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Directions

  1. In a saucepan, combine first six ingredients; bring to a boil. Stir with a whisk to blend.
  2. Stir in rice; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in basil.
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