Best 9 Creamy Rice Carrots Recipes

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If you're looking for a tasty and nutritious side dish, creamy rice carrots are an excellent choice. This classic dish is made with just a few simple ingredients, including rice, carrots, and cream. The rice is cooked until tender, while the carrots are sautéed in butter until softened. Then, the two are combined with cream and seasonings, and simmered until heated through. The result is a creamy, flavorful dish that's perfect for serving with a variety of main courses. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a classic creamy rice carrots dish that will delight your taste buds!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARROTS AND RICE



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Creamy rice and sweet, buttery carrots go with just about any meal. This recipe was a specialty of my mother's. It has been served in our family for Thanksgiving and Christmas for over 25 years, but it can be served anytime. It is very rich and quite delish.

Provided by Gayle Frazier

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup sliced carrots
3 tablespoons minced onion
4 ½ cups water
2 teaspoons salt
2 cups uncooked long grain white rice
½ cup white sugar
1 cup half-and-half cream
¾ cup butter

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine carrots, onion, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in rice. Reduce heat to low, and cover pan. Allow to steam for 20 minutes.
  • Stir sugar, half-and-half, and butter into rice mixture. Consistency should be creamy, not dry. Stir in some milk if necessary. Remove from heat, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 38 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 513.6 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

CREAMY CARROT RICE



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Carrot juice, which replaces some of the broth in this recipe, adds a subtle sweetness that goes well with the nuttiness of the Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can reduced-sodium chicken broth, 14 1/2 ounces
1 cup carrot juice
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 cup long-grain rice
1/4 cup dry white wine, (optional)
1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Combine broth, carrot juice, and 2 cups water in a 2-quart saucepan; bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
  • Meanwhile, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a 3-quart saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook onion, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 minutes. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Raise heat to medium; add rice and cook, stirring until grains are translucent around the edges, about 3 minutes. Stir in wine, if using; cook until absorbed, about 2 minutes.
  • Add 1/2 cup hot broth mixture, stirring with a wooden spoon until most liquid is absorbed. Continue adding broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring until it is incorporated and rice is tender but still a little firm to the bite, 25 to 30 minutes. Stir in remaining tablespoon butter and Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among dishes, and sprinkle with parsley and more Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 g, Fat 8 g, Protein 8 g

YELLOW RICE AND CARROTS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 carrots, peeled and finely diced
1 cup long grain converted rice
2 cups chicken broth
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil. Add the spices, carrots and rice and saute for a couple of minutes, stirring continuously until the rice is translucent.
  • Add the broth, cover and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all of the water. Season to taste with salt and pepper and keep off heat, covered, until the tuna is completed.

CREAMY RICE & CARROTS



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This recipe was a specialty of my mother's. It has been served in our family for Thanksgiving and Christmas for over 40 years, but it can be served anytime. It is very rich and quite delish. I never cooked this from a recipe, so when I wrote it down I had to experiment with the amounts. You may like it with more or less cream &/or butter &/or sugar. Try it like this and adjust if you need to. Bon Apetit. Prep Time: approx. 15 Minutes. Cook Time: approx. 25 Minutes. Ready in: approx. 50 Minutes. Makes 12 servings.

Provided by gaylecca

Categories     White Rice

Time 40m

Yield 6 1/2 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup carrot, peeled and thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup onion, finely minced
2 cups water
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1/2-3/4 cup butter (real butter)
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup rice (regular rice, not instant)

Steps:

  • Simmer carrots in water with salt, onion and sugar for 10 minutes (simmer with lid on). Bring water to a boil (the water with carrots etc), add rice, stir, when returns to boil, turn stove down to simmer & cover the saucepan. Cook for 20 minutes without lifting the lid!
  • Add cream, butter and sugar to taste and consistency desired. Some people like it a little soupier than others or a little sweeter. Just season to taste.
  • Enjoy! Bon Appetit!

MEATBALLS AND CREAMY RICE SKILLET SUPPER



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Five ingredients, 30 minutes, one skillet...all you need to create a satisfying supper for your family!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of celery soup
2 cups water
1 1/2 cups ready-to-eat baby-cut carrots, cut in half lengthwise
1 box (12 oz) frozen cooked Italian-style meatballs, thawed
Chopped fresh parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, mix rice, soup and water. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; cook 5 minutes.
  • Stir carrots and meatballs into rice mixture. Cover; cook 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until rice and carrots are tender and meatballs are hot. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1070 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g

CREAMY CHICKEN AND CARROTS



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Mushroom soup makes a creamy gravy for this tender chicken. "You can also make this with other vegetables, or serve it over thick-sliced potatoes instead of rice," suggests Valma O'Neill of Utica, Michigan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h5m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/2 pound fresh baby carrots, cut in half lengthwise
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. Top with carrots, soup and mushrooms. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender. Serve over rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 713mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

CREAMED CARROTS



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"A true comfort food, this dish showcases tender carrot slices basking in a luscious cream sauce," shares Sue Davis from Wausau, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds fresh carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/4 cups half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring carrots and broth to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until carrots are crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Drain carrots. Drizzle with cream sauce and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 297mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CREAMY CARROTS



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This is my all time favourite carrot dish, that we only seem to have at Christmas ..... that is so wrong, so I had to get the recipe so I can have it whenever I like. I could quite easily and happily eat the whole lot by myself!

Provided by djmastermum

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 carrots, peeled
30 g butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup cream
2 tablespoons chopped chives

Steps:

  • Slice carrots into rounds.
  • Cook til tender, drain.
  • Melt butter.
  • Add sugar.
  • Cook 1 minute.
  • Add cream.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat.
  • Return carrots, toss well.
  • Serve with chives sprinkled on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.3, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 32.8, Sodium 72.3, Carbohydrate 10, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 6.8, Protein 1

OVEN BROWN RICE WITH CARROTS AND MUSHROOMS



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This is my original recipe and it is super easy and delicious. Add slivered almonds or diced water chestnuts for something extra.

Provided by CATHYRAE

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Rice

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
1 cup uncooked brown rice
1 cup finely diced carrots
½ cup milk
1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
½ cup condensed cream of chicken soup
¼ cup butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spray a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Stir beef broth, brown rice, carrots, milk, mushrooms, cream of chicken soup, and butter in a bowl until well combined.
  • Pour mixture into prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake uncovered in preheated oven until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 23.6 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 512.6 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Creamy Carrot & Basmatti Pilaf:

  • Serve it with raita, pickle, or chutney for the complete delectable North Indian Platter.
  • Add crushed cashews or almonds for an extra delightful crunch. Also, add a handful of raisins and chironji for a more exotic experience.
  • For added color, finely chop some spinach and cilantro and sprinkle them on top before serving.
  • Lemon rice can be made more special by adding a dollop of homemade ghee or coconut oil when mixed.
  • If you don't want to use heavy cream, you can use whole milk instead. This will result in a slightly thinner, less creamy dish.

Conclusion:

Creamy carrots and rice are a delicious and simple dish that can be made in under 30 minutes. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal that the whole family will enjoy. The carrots are sweet and the rice is creamy, which makes for a delicious combination. The best way to enjoy this dish is to serve it with a side of naan or poppadums.

This dish is also very versatile. You can add other ingredients to it, such as peas, corn, or chicken. You can also change the spices to suit your taste. For example, if you like a spicy dish, you can add a pinch of chili powder or cayenne.

Creamy carrots and rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for busy weeknight dinners. It's also a budget- and family- friendly meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

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