Rice for a Crowd

Tender, fluffy rice is lightly seasoned with butter and chicken broth to make a big batch that easily feeds 50 people.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword Rice for a Crowd

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings servings

Calories 179kcal

Preheat oven to 350℉. Coat a roaster pan that is at least 17 ¼ x 12 ½ x 8 ½ or a roaster oven that is at least 18 quarts generously with non-stick cooking spray.
Thoroughly rinse rice in cold water until water is clear.
5 pounds Basmati rice
Bring broth or water to boil.
20 cups chicken broth
Add rinsed rice to pan, sprinkle with kosher salt and butter.
1 1/2 tablespoons sea salt, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Carefully pour boiling broth or water over rice.
Place foil over pan and place roaster lid on top of foil.
Bake in oven or electric roaster oven for approximately 30 minutes.
Lift a corner of foil to check for doneness of rice. Be careful of steam that will come out when foil is lifted.
Once rice is done, fluff with fork and serve. Keep rice warm, covered in a 150 degree oven or set roaster oven to keep warm. Stir once every 30 to 60 minutes and add a cup of hot water as needed to keep moist while serving.