Rice Cooker Polenta Recipe

Indulge in authentic Italian-style polenta effortlessly! This recipe uses your rice cooker for perfectly creamy polenta in just 20 minutes. Skip the stovetop fuss and enjoy a comforting dish that's quick, easy, and unbelievably delicious.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 167.6 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 2.0 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Rice Cooker Polenta

  1. Pour 4 cups of water into your rice cooker and add 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir to dissolve the salt.
  2. Add 1 cup of coarse ground polenta to the rice cooker. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Secure the rice cooker lid and select the 'white rice' or equivalent cooking cycle.
  4. Once the cooking cycle is complete, carefully remove the lid and gently stir in 2 tablespoons of butter.
  5. Let the polenta rest in the rice cooker for 10 minutes to allow it to fully absorb the remaining liquid. This creates a creamier texture.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (if using). Stir well to combine and ensure the cheese is melted and evenly distributed.
  7. For firmer polenta, let it stand for an additional 5 minutes before serving. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

8g

Carbs

7g