Quick and Easy Saffron Rice

• olive oil↗1 1⁄2 tablespoons
• onion, diced↗1⁄4 cup
• garlic, minced↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• white rice↗1 cup
• chicken broth↗1 1⁄2 cups
• saffron↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• parsley, chopped↗1 1⁄2 teaspoons

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Heat the oil in a heavy saucepan (that has a lid).

2. 2

   Add the onion and garlic and cook until just soft.

3. 3

   Add in the rice and cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently.

4. 4

   Add the broth, saffron, and parsley.

5. 5

   Cover and reduce the heat to low.

6. 6

   Cook for 15-18 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.

7. 7

   Fluff with a fork before serving.