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Pumpkin Rice: Your New Favorite Fall Side Dish

Pumpkin rice is the perfect fall side dish. Cozy pumpkin flavors combined with rice, savory broth, and Parmesan - the ultimate comfort food!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rest Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 279kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted chicken bone broth
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin purée
  • 1/3 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/3 cup chopped Italian parsley
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes

Instructions

  • Rinse the rice and drain it VERY well. ** see tips below
  • Place a 2-quart nonstick saucepan on the stove over medium heat.
  • When the pan is hot, add the bone broth.
  • When the broth comes to a boil, add the rice, pumpkin, butter, and seasonings.
  • Whisk the ingredients together quickly to combine them evenly.
  • Turn the heat down to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
  • After 15 minutes, remove the pan from the heat without lifting the lid.
  • Let the rice sit undisturbed for ten minutes.
  • Uncover the rice, and add the parmesan, parsley, and remaining butter.
  • Use a fork and gently fluff to combine.
  • Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and additional parsley if desired!

Nutrition

Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 219mg | Potassium: 162mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 5428IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 1mg