Mushroom Rice Pilaf Recipe

Fluffy, buttery mushroom rice pilaf made in one pot with garlic, herbs, and tender mushrooms. Perfect as a versatile side dish for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

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Course: Dinner, Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Fusion, Mediterranean

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 25

Resting Time: 10

Total Time: 45

Servings: servings

Calories: 290kcal

Cost: $8

Equipment

1 3–4 qt heavy-bottomed saucepan Essential, with tight-fitting lid
1 Cast iron Dutch oven Recommended for superior heat retention
1 Fine-mesh strainer For rinsing rice
1 Wooden spoon For stirring vegetables and rice
1 Fork For fluffing rice
1 Rice cooker (optional) With pilaf setting, hands-off option

Ingredients

1 ½ cups long-grain white rice Basmati recommended for fluffiest results
8 oz mixed mushrooms Cremini, button, or shiitake sliced
3 cups chicken or vegetable broth Low-sodium preferred
1 large onion Finely diced, yellow preferred
4 cloves garlic Minced, fresh
3 tablespoon butter Divided, adds richness
2 tablespoon olive oil Prevents butter from burning
1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground preferred
1 teaspoon dried thyme Complements mushrooms
½ teaspoon dried oregano Adds Mediterranean flair
2 bay leaves Remove before serving
¼ cup fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish
¼ cup white wine (optional) Deglazes and deepens flavor
½ cup toasted pine nuts or almonds (optional) For crunch and richness
¼ cup Parmesan cheese (optional) Stir in before serving

Instructions

Sauté onions, garlic, and mushrooms in butter and olive oil until softened.
Add rice and toast lightly in butter until fragrant.
Pour in broth, optional wine, seasonings, and bay leaves. Stir to combine.
Cover and simmer over low heat until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 18–20 minutes.
Remove from heat and rest covered for 10 minutes.
Fluff rice with a fork, stir in fresh parsley, optional nuts, and Parmesan. Serve warm.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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