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One-pot mushroom rice with parmesan and fresh parsley

One-Pot Mushroom Rice with Parmesan

A savory one-pot mushroom rice made with regular rice, mushrooms, garlic, onion, broth, and parmesan. An easy, cozy rice dish that works as a simple side or vegetarian dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 12 ounces mushrooms sliced
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice or jasmine rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or thyme optional
  • Extra parmesan optional for serving

Equipment

  • 1 large pot or deep skillet with lid
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • 1 knife
  • 1 cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat the butter or olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, until they release moisture and begin to brown.
  3. Add the onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until softened.
  4. Stir in the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  5. Add the rice and stir for 1 minute to coat it with the mushroom mixture.
  6. Pour in the broth, then add salt and black pepper.
  7. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  8. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  9. Turn off the heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
  10. Fluff the rice with a fork.
  11. Stir in the parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if using.
  12. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  13. Serve warm with extra parmesan if desired.

Notes

Brown the mushrooms before adding the rice for the best flavor. Do not stir the rice too much while it cooks. Keep the lid on while the rice rests so it finishes steaming. Use vegetable broth to keep the dish vegetarian.