Homemade Rice Pilaf (Healthy Rice-a-Roni)

About This Recipe

This simple rice pilaf is made with brown rice and angel hair pasta for a healthy, homemade version of Rice-A-Roni that makes the perfect side dish.

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons butter ((use olive oil for dairy free))
• 1/4 cup 3/4 ounce angel hair spaghetti ( broken into small pieces* wheat, whole wheat or gluten-free)
• 1 cup uncooked 10 minute instant brown rice (such as Uncle Ben’s)
• 2 cups chicken broth ((or water and chicken bouillon for more flavor**))
• optional (chopped parsley for garnish)

Instructions

1. Melt the butter in a deep skillet with a fitted lid over medium heat.
2. When the butter is melted, add the broken spaghetti and rice. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes, until slightly toasted.
3. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, until the rice is tender and the broth is absorbed.
4. Remove from the heat and let sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.