6 Delicious Rice Recipes

6 Easy & Delicious Rice Recipes 🍚

1️⃣ French Onion Rice

Ingredients:

1 (10.5 oz) can French onion soup

1 (10.5 oz) can beef consommé

1/2 cup butter, sliced

1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 425°F.

In an 8x8 baking dish, combine the French onion soup, beef consommé, and uncooked rice.

Place slices of butter evenly over the top of the liquid mixture.

Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.

Remove foil and bake uncovered for another 30 minutes.

2️⃣ Souper Rice

Ingredients:

1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice

1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup

1 (10.5 oz) can cream of celery soup

1 1/2 cups milk

1/4 cup butter, melted

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

In a large bowl, whisk together the soups, milk, and melted butter until smooth.

Stir in the uncooked rice.

Pour the mixture into the baking dish and bake for 45 to 60 minutes, or until rice is tender.

3️⃣ Spanish Rice

Ingredients:

2 tbsp vegetable oil

1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups chicken broth

1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce

1 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp cumin

Instructions:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add rice and onion; cook and stir until rice is golden brown and onions are soft.

Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.

Stir in broth, tomato sauce, chili powder, and cumin.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.

4️⃣ Better Than Takeout Fried Rice

Ingredients:

3 cups cooked white rice, cold

2 tbsp butter, divided

2 eggs, whisked

1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots

1/2 small white onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

3 tbsp soy sauce

1 tsp sesame oil

Instructions:

Heat 1/2 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Scramble the eggs, remove from pan, and set aside.

Add the remaining butter to the skillet. Sauté the onion, peas, carrots, and garlic until soft.

Increase heat to high, add the cold rice, and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes to brown the rice slightly.

Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil.

Fold the cooked eggs back into the rice and serve hot.

5️⃣ Better Than Takeout Fried Rice

Ingredients:

1 lb bulk pork sausage

1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice

1 small onion, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 rib celery, diced

2 1/2 cups chicken broth

1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

1 tbsp dried parsley

Instructions:

In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown the sausage until cooked through. Drain excess grease.

Add onion, bell pepper, and celery to the skillet; cook until vegetables soften.

Stir in the rice and cook for 2 minutes.

Add the chicken broth and Cajun seasoning.

Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in parsley.

6️⃣ Homemade Chicken Fried Rice

Ingredients:

1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced

3 cups cooked white rice, cold

2 tbsp vegetable oil

1/2 cup onion, chopped

1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots

2 eggs, lightly beaten

3 tbsp soy sauce

1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions:

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.

Add onion and frozen vegetables; sauté until tender. Push veggies to the side of the pan.

Pour eggs into the empty side of the pan and scramble until set. Mix eggs with vegetables.

Add remaining oil, cold rice, diced chicken, soy sauce, and garlic powder.

Stir-fry everything together for 3 to 5 minutes until heated through and well combined.

Potatoes Potatoes Potatoes

1. Crispy Potato Wedges

Ingredients

 • 4 large potatoes

 • 2 tbsp olive oil

 • 1 tsp garlic powder

 • 1 tsp paprika

 • 1/2 tsp onion powder

 • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

 1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

 2. Wash potatoes and cut into wedges.

 3. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

 4. Toss potato wedges until well coated.

 5. Spread on a baking tray in a single layer.

 6. Bake for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.

2. Loaded Potato Skins

Ingredients

 • 4 large potatoes

 • 1 cup shredded cheese

 • 1/4 cup cooked bacon (chopped)

 • 1/4 cup sour cream

 • 2 tbsp chopped green onions

 • Salt to taste

Instructions

 1. Bake whole potatoes at 200°C (400°F) for 45–50 minutes until tender.

 2. Cut potatoes in half and scoop out some flesh.

 3. Sprinkle cheese and bacon over potato skins.

 4. Bake again for 10 minutes until cheese melts.

 5. Top with sour cream and green onions before serving.

3. Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

 • 4 large potatoes

 • 1/4 cup milk

 • 3 tbsp butter

 • 2 tbsp sour cream

 • Salt and black pepper

Instructions

 1. Peel and cut potatoes into chunks.

 2. Boil in salted water for 15–20 minutes until soft.

 3. Drain water and mash potatoes.

 4. Add butter, milk, sour cream, salt, and pepper.

 5. Mash until smooth and creamy. Serve hot.

4. Potato Pancakes

Ingredients

 • 3 cups grated potatoes

 • 1/4 cup flour

 • 2 eggs

 • 2 tbsp chopped onion

 • Salt and pepper

 • Oil for frying

Instructions

 1. Squeeze excess water from grated potatoes.

 2. Mix potatoes with flour, eggs, onion, salt, and pepper.

 3. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

 4. Spoon mixture into pan and flatten slightly.

 5. Fry for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.

5. Garlic Parmesan Fries

Ingredients

 • 4 large potatoes

 • 2 tbsp olive oil

 • 3 cloves garlic (minced)

 • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

 • 2 tbsp chopped parsley

 • Salt to taste

Instructions

 1. Cut potatoes into thin fries.

 2. Toss with olive oil, garlic, and salt.

 3. Bake at 220°C (425°F) for 30–35 minutes until crispy.

 4. Remove from oven and sprinkle Parmesan and parsley.

 5. Serve immediately.

6. Potato Curry

Ingredients

 • 4 large potatoes (cubed)

 • 1 large onion (chopped)

 • 2 tomatoes (chopped)

 • 1 cup peas

 • 2 tsp curry powder

 • 1/2 tsp turmeric

 • Salt to taste

 • 2 tbsp oil

Instructions

 1. Heat oil in a pan and sauté onions until golden.

 2. Add tomatoes, curry powder, turmeric, and salt. Cook until soft.

 3. Add potatoes and peas, mix well.

 4. Add 1 cup water, cover, and cook for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.

 5. Serve hot with rice or bread.

OH NO!! TOO MUCH GARLIC!!

The other day, someone said they put way too much garlic in what ever it was they were cooking and needed help to fix it.  At the time, I had some thoughts, but didn't reply.  Today, I asked ChatGPT how to fix it.

Oh yes — too much garlic can usually be fixed 😄🧄 Don’t worry, you’ve got options depending on what kind of dish it is.

Here are some tried-and-true ways to tame garlic overload:

🥛 1. Add Dairy or Fat

Garlic’s bite is mellowed by fat.

Stir in cream, milk, butter, sour cream, yogurt, or cheese

Works great for sauces, soups, pasta, and mashed potatoes

🧂 2. Increase the Base

Dilution is your friend.

Add more broth, tomatoes, vegetables, rice, pasta, or protein

Basically make more of the dish without garlic and combine

🍯 3. Add a Touch of Sweet

A little sweetness balances sharp flavors.

Try honey, sugar, maple syrup, or caramelized onions

Especially good in tomato sauces, stir-fries, and glazes

🍋 4. Add Acid

Acid cuts through harshness.

Use lemon juice, vinegar, wine, or tomatoes

Add slowly — a teaspoon at a time

🥔 5. Add a Starchy Buffer

Starch absorbs strong flavors.

Add potatoes, rice, beans, bread, or pasta

🔥 6. Cook It Longer

If the garlic is raw-tasting:

Let the dish simmer longer

Garlic gets sweeter and milder with time

Chicken Drumstick Recipies

1️⃣ Baked Chicken Drumsticks — Buffalo

Ingredients:

2 lbs chicken drumsticks

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/3 cup frank's red hot sauce (or similar buffalo sauce)

2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Pat the drumsticks dry, toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and arrange them on the baking sheet.

Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the skin is crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F.

While baking, whisk together the hot sauce, melted butter, and garlic powder in a large bowl.

Toss the cooked drumsticks in the buffalo sauce immediately before serving.

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2️⃣ Baked Chicken Drumsticks — Honey Garlic

Ingredients:

2 lbs chicken drumsticks

1 tbsp vegetable oil

1/2 tsp salt

1/3 cup honey

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp minced garlic

1 tsp apple cider vinegar

1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with foil.

Toss drumsticks with oil and salt, then arrange on the baking sheet.

Bake for 35-40 minutes until cooked through.

In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, and pepper flakes; simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Brush the baked drumsticks generously with the glaze and broil for 1-2 minutes to caramelize (watch closely to prevent burning).

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3️⃣ Baked Chicken Drumsticks — Garlic Parmesan

Ingredients:

2 lbs chicken drumsticks

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Rub drumsticks with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then place on a baking sheet.

Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden and crispy.

In a large bowl, mix the melted butter and minced garlic.

Toss the hot drumsticks in the garlic butter, then sprinkle in the parmesan cheese and parsley and toss again to coat evenly.

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4️⃣ Baked Chicken Drumsticks — Lemon Pepper

Ingredients:

2 lbs chicken drumsticks

2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

1/4 tsp salt

Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet.

In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.

Brush the butter mixture all over the drumsticks.

Arrange on the baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes, turning once halfway through.

Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken right before serving.

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5️⃣ Baked Chicken Drumsticks — BBQ

Ingredients:

2 lbs chicken drumsticks

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Rub drumsticks with olive oil, then coat evenly with the spice mixture.

Bake for 30 minutes.

Remove from oven, brush liberally with BBQ sauce, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the sauce is sticky and the chicken is cooked through.

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6️⃣ Baked Chicken Drumsticks — Sweet Chili

Ingredients:

2 lbs chicken drumsticks

1 tbsp vegetable oil

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 cup sweet chili sauce

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tsp lime juice

1 tsp sesame seeds (optional garnish)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Toss drumsticks in oil and salt and place on a baking sheet.

Bake for 40 minutes, flipping once halfway through.

Whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and lime juice in a large bowl.

Toss the cooked drumsticks in the sauce mixture until fully coated, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve.

Garlic Knots - 6 different types

1️⃣ Garlic Knots — Classic

Ingredients:

1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

1/2 tsp salt

2 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Cut the pizza dough into 12 even strips and tie each strip into a simple knot; place on the baking sheet.

Brush the knots lightly with olive oil and bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.

While baking, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt in a large bowl.

Remove knots from the oven and immediately toss them in the garlic butter mixture until coated.

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2️⃣ Garlic Knots — Parmesan

Ingredients:

1 lb pizza dough

1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet.

Slice dough into 12 pieces, roll into ropes, and tie into knots.

Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.

In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, garlic powder, salt, parsley, and half of the Parmesan cheese.

Toss the hot knots in the butter mixture, then sprinkle the remaining Parmesan over the top before serving.

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3️⃣ Garlic Knots — Cheesy

Ingredients:

1 lb pizza dough

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Cut dough into strips and tie into knots; arrange them on a baking sheet close together (touching slightly).

Bake for 10 minutes.

Mix melted butter, garlic, and Italian seasoning; brush over the semi-baked knots.

Top generously with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then return to the oven for 3–5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

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4️⃣ Garlic Knots — Pizza-Style

Ingredients:

1 lb pizza dough

2 tbsp olive oil

1/2 cup marinara sauce (warmed)

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup mini pepperoni slices

1 tsp dried oregano

1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Form dough into 12 knots and place on a baking sheet.

Mix olive oil, garlic powder, and oregano; brush over the raw knots.

Bake for 12 minutes until light golden.

Remove from oven, top each knot with a spoonful of marinara, a pinch of mozzarella, and pepperoni.

Bake for an additional 2–3 minutes until the cheese melts.

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5️⃣ Garlic Knots — Spicy

Ingredients:

1 lb pizza dough

1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

1 tbsp honey

1 pinch salt

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Shape the dough into knots and bake on a lined sheet for 12–15 minutes.

In a large bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, crushed red pepper, cayenne, honey, and salt.

Remove knots from the oven and immediately toss them in the spicy butter mixture.

Let sit for 2 minutes to absorb the heat before serving.

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6️⃣ Garlic Knots — Everything Bagel

Ingredients:

1 lb pizza dough

1 large egg (beaten with 1 tbsp water)

3 tbsp Everything Bagel seasoning

2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Cut dough into strips and tie into knots; place on a baking sheet.

Brush each knot generously with the egg wash.

Sprinkle the Everything Bagel seasoning heavily over the top of each knot.

Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.

Brush lightly with melted butter immediately after removing from the oven for extra shine and flavor.