Easy One-Pot Creamy Spinach Rice

Serve this creamy, savory side dish next time you need to feed a crowd! This easy one-pot creamy spinach rice recipe can also quickly go from side dish to the main entree.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword Creamy Spinach Rice, Rice Side Dish

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 431kcal

Ingredients

1 medium yellow onion diced
2 tbsp butter
2 cups U.S.-grown medium-grain white rice
4 cups low sodium stock vegetable or chicken stock recommended
1 cup heavy cream half pint
1 package Boursin cheese 5.2 oz
8-10 oz fresh spinach roughly chopped
1/4 tsp MSG
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 cup parmesan cheese

Instructions

Begin by heating a heavy-bottom pot such as a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the butter and diced onion and saute until translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Add the uncooked U.S.-grown medium grain rice and lightly toast. Then add 3 cups of the low-sodium stock, reserving 1 cup. Add the heavy cream and Boursin cheese, stirring to fully combine. Bring to a low simmer and reduce the heat to avoid scorching.
Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until the rice thickens, stirring occasionally.
After 10 minutes, add the MSG and black pepper, then add the roughly chopped spinach and remaining cup of stock. Carefully stir or fold in to combine, then cover and continue cooking 5 to 7 more minutes.
Once the rice is fully cooked and all liquid is absorbed, stir in 3/4 cup of the parmesan cheese. Stir to combine, then sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup over the top. Remove from heat, allow to cool slightly, and serve hot.

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