One-Pot Creamy Mushroom Rice
One-Pot Creamy Mushroom Rice is a comforting dish combining creamy richness with earthy mushroom goodness, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
Course: Homestyle Dinners
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Comfort Food, creamy rice, easy recipe, Homemade Meal, mushroom rice, One-Pot Creamy Mushroom Rice
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
For the Rice
- 1 cup Arborio rice essential for creaminess
For the Broth
- 4 cups vegetable broth substitute with chicken broth if desired
For the Vegetables
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms any favorite variety
- 1 medium diced onion adds aromatic foundation
- 2 cloves minced garlic infuses fragrant kick
For the Creaminess
- 1 cup heavy cream can substitute with dairy-free options
For Cooking
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
- to taste salt season gradually
- to taste pepper adds warmth and spice
For Garnishing
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley sprinkle on top
Instructions
In a large pot, pour the olive oil and heat it over medium heat until shiny.
Add the diced onion to the pot. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
Toss in the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms. Stir and cook for another 5-6 minutes until the mushrooms are soft.
Stir in the Arborio rice. Let it toast for 2 minutes.
Carefully add the vegetable broth into the pot. Bring it to a gentle boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes.
Add the heavy cream to the pot and stir until everything is uniformly combined.
Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste, adjusting gradually.
Serve hot, garnishing with fresh parsley.
For a gourmet finish, drizzle with a bit of truffle oil if desired.
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2mg