For an even richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth. Feel free to experiment with different cheese combinations, such as Gruyere and Fontina. If the polenta becomes too thick, add a splash more milk or broth to reach your desired consistency. Garnish with fresh herbs like chives or parsley for a pop of color and freshness. If you do not have a rice cooker, you can also make it in a pot with similar cooking times on the stovetop.
Rice Cooker Super Cheesy Polenta
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME40 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS27
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this incredibly simple yet decadent cheesy polenta, effortlessly prepared in your rice cooker. Creamy, comforting, and packed with flavor, it's the perfect side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main course.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate21 g
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Cholesterol50 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein14 g
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Saturated Fat10 g
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Sodium940 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat18 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
12 mins
Melt the butter in the rice cooker. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Close the lid and turn on the rice cooker. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and translucent (approximately 10-15 minutes).
02
Step
1 mins
Pour in the chicken broth and milk. Add the polenta and salt. Stir well to combine.
03
Step
20 mins
Cover the rice cooker and cook on the full cycle, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the polenta has absorbed most of the liquid and is creamy (approximately 20 minutes).
04
Step
3 mins
Open the rice cooker and stir in the shredded Cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper. Continue stirring until the cheeses are completely melted and the polenta is smooth and cheesy.
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Ricardo Wyman
Jun 5, 2025I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat. Delicious!
Nathanial Carroll
May 24, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! So easy and the polenta turns out perfect every time.
Rebeca Krajcik
Mar 24, 2025This is my go-to recipe for a quick and comforting side dish. Thanks for sharing!
Jaren Trantow
Mar 23, 2025I was skeptical about making polenta in a rice cooker, but this recipe is amazing. My kids loved it!