Rice Cooker Polenta
Rice cooker polenta is an easy and versatile side dish made in just 30 minutes. This is a hands off, and easy method without the need for constant stirring. Learn how to make this flavorful polenta for a sweet and savory dish, or save it for later to bake and fry for a crispy bite!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup polenta
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon butter, salted
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- Optional Grated Parmesan Reggiano
Instructions
- Add the polenta, water, stock, butter and salt to the rice cooker pot. Give it a quick stir.
- Cook Press the cook button on a basic rice cooker, for a multifunctional cooker, set it on white rice or porridge (if mode is available).
- When the cooker is done, use a wooden spoon to stir in any remaining liquid until fully absorbed into the polenta. Check the texture, if the polenta is not firm enough to your liking, run another cook cycle. Keep in mind the polenta will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Taste - add in additional salt or flavoring like butter or cheese if preferred.
- Serve as a warm creamy dish or chill it in the refrigerator to firm it up for baking or frying.
Notes
Nutritional facts provided are estimates and may not be entirely accurate.
- You can use water, milk or broth. For a creamier texture, increase the liquid up to 5 parts.
- There should be no burnt bottom if you have a nonstick rice cooker pot.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 108kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 173mgPotassium: 91mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 88IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 0.3mg
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