Best 2 Parmesan Asparagus Rice Recipes

Are you looking for a culinary delight that combines the savory richness of Parmesan cheese with the vibrant green of asparagus, all while nestled in a bed of fluffy rice? If so, then you've come to the right place! Parmesan asparagus rice is a delectable dish that pleases palates of all ages. In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating this flavorful dish, providing step-by-step instructions and offering variations to suit your dietary preferences.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PARMESAN ASPARAGUS RICE

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A simple buttery asparagus rice dish topped with Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Uncle Ben's

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips UNCLE BEN'S®

Time 22m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup UNCLE BEN'S® Basmati Rice - cooks in 10 minutes
2 cups vegetable stock
1 small sweet onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup chopped fresh asparagus
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Melt 2 tablespoon butter in a 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion until softened and turning translucent, about 1 minute. Add garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in the rice, asparagus, and stock. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low.
Stir occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan. Continue cooking until the rice is tender, about 10 minutes.
Turn off the heat and gently stir in the Parmesan cheese and remaining butter. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36.9 g, Cholesterol 25.1 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 276.5 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH ASPARAGUS AND PARMESAN RICE

Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Asparagus and Parmesan Rice image

Asparagus, ham, and cheese are stuffed into chicken breasts and served on top of cheesy tomatoes and rice.

Provided by maggiecp

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, or more as needed
1 cup chopped fresh asparagus
¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 slices deli ham
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons butter, divided
2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with onion and celery, drained
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of heavy plastic (resealable freezer bags work well) on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound the chicken with the smooth side of a meat mallet to a thickness of 1/4 inch.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir the asparagus, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper just until the asparagus is bright green and beginning to become tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Lay each chicken breast out onto a work surface, and place a slice of ham on the flattened breast. Place 1/4 of the asparagus mixture over the ham, and top with 1/4 of the Cheddar cheese. Roll the chicken breast around the filling and secure with toothpicks or tie with cotton kitchen string; place the stuffed breasts into a 9x13-inch baking dish, seam sides down. Top each breast with about 1/2 tablespoon of butter.
Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear, 30 to 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a stuffed breast should read 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Baste the stuffed chicken breasts occasionally with pan juices while baking.
While chicken is baking, bring chicken broth and 1 tablespoon of butter to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in rice and tomatoes, reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook the rice until tender and the broth has been absorbed, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat, and let rice stand covered for about 5 minutes; stir in Parmesan cheese. Serve stuffed chicken breasts on the cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.9 calories, Carbohydrate 43.8 g, Cholesterol 129.2 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 40.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 1355.7 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

Tips:

Choose the right asparagus: Look for asparagus spears that are bright green, firm, and have tightly closed tips. Avoid spears that are woody or have yellow or brown spots.
Prepare the asparagus properly: Before cooking, snap off the tough ends of the asparagus spears. You can do this by bending the spear until it snaps naturally. Alternatively, you can use a knife to cut off the ends.
Cook the asparagus to your liking: Asparagus can be cooked in a variety of ways, including steaming, roasting, grilling, and sautéing. The cooking time will vary depending on the method you choose and the thickness of the spears.
Use fresh Parmesan cheese: Freshly grated Parmesan cheese has a much better flavor than pre-packaged or powdered Parmesan cheese. Look for Parmesan cheese that is sold in a block or wedge and grate it yourself just before using.
Season the rice to taste: Rice is a blank canvas, so feel free to season it to your liking. You can add salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or any other herbs or spices that you enjoy.

Conclusion:

Parmesan asparagus rice is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. The combination of asparagus, Parmesan cheese, and rice is delicious and satisfying. This dish can be served as a main course or as a side dish. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to cook asparagus, give this recipe a try.