Ben's Original Ready Rice Rice Pilaf — 8.8 oz Pouch Pack of 12, Fully Precooked 90‑Second Microwave Side

Ben's Original Ready Rice Rice Pilaf is a fully precooked, seasoned long-grain rice and orzo blend that heats in 90 seconds for an effortless savory side.

If you want a fast, flavorful rice side without rinsing, boiling, or standing over a pot, this Ready Rice pouch delivers. Each 8.8 oz parboiled pouch combines long-grain rice, orzo pasta and a proprietary mix of herbs and seasonings so you get a pilaf-style texture and savory taste with minimal effort. The product comes in a BPA-free microwaveable pouch and arrives in a convenient pack of twelve—ideal for meal prep, busy weeknights, or stocking a pantry for last-minute dinners.

How quickly can I get this rice on the table?

Heat-and-serve convenience is the main draw: microwave the sealed pouch for about 90 seconds, or empty the contents into a skillet and warm until heated through. No draining or additional cooking time is required, so you can plate a side dish while other components finish.

• Microwave: 90 seconds from a sealed BPA-free pouch
• Skillet option: pour and heat for even texture control
• Fully precooked parboiled rice and orzo—no rinsing or boiling

What does the Rice Pilaf flavor actually contain?

The pilaf pouch blends long-grain rice with small orzo pasta pieces and a mix of herbs and seasonings to create a subtly savory profile that complements proteins and vegetables. Ingredients are formulated to provide consistent texture and flavor without artificial colors or trans fats.

• Long-grain rice for separated, fluffy grains
• Orzo pasta adds a tender, slightly chewy contrast
• Herbs and seasonings for savory, all-purpose flavor
• No artificial colors and no trans fat listed

How can I use Ready Rice Rice Pilaf in meals?

This pilaf is designed as a versatile side that pairs easily with poultry, fish, beef and roasted vegetables, or it can be folded into one-pan dishes and grain bowls. Because it’s ready to heat, it’s especially useful for quick weeknight dinners, meal-prep lunches, or boosting the heartiness of soups and salads.

• Serve alongside grilled chicken, baked fish or pan-seared steak
• Stir into sautéed vegetables for a one-pan meal
• Top with sauces, herbs or nuts to elevate flavor and texture

What about packaging, storage and portioning?

Each 8.8 oz pouch is shelf-stable and travels well in a pantry, making it handy for a stocked kitchen or office kitchenette. The single-serve format simplifies portion control and minimizes leftovers—keep unopened pouches stored at room temperature and refrigerate any unused warmed rice promptly.

• Twelve 8.8 oz BPA-free microwaveable pouches per pack
• Shelf-stable until opened; refrigerate any leftovers
• Single-pouch portions reduce waste and simplify meal planning

Who is this for? Ben's Original Ready Rice Rice Pilaf suits anyone who values quick, consistent side dishes without fuss—busy professionals, parents juggling weeknight meals, students, or home cooks who want a reliable pantry staple. It’s a practical pick for households that want a flavorful rice option ready in under two minutes and adaptable to many recipes, from simple weeknight plates to more composed dinner spreads.

Ingredients

Water; Parboiled Long Grain Rice; Enriched Orzo Pasta [Semolina (Wheat), Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid]; Canola Oil and/or Sunflower Oil; Salt; Autolyzed Yeast Extract; Vegetables* (Onion, Broccoli, Garlic); Modified Corn Starch; Soy Sauce* (Soybeans, Wheat, Salt); Chicken Broth; Soy; Flour; Tumeric (Color); Natural Flavors; Spices; Chicken Meat*; Niacin; Iron (Ferric Orthophosphate), Thiamine (Thiamine Mononitrate); Folate (Folic Acid). *Dried