Quick Brown Rice and Mushroom Pilaf

Try this tasty Quick Brown Rice and Mushroom Pilaf made with Minute® Instant Brown Rice. It’s a quick, perfect side or main course at lunch or dinner.

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Cooking time PREP TIME 10 mins
Cooking time COOK TIME 20 mins
Servings SERVES 6
Ready in TOTAL TIME 30 mins
Cooking time
PREP TIME 10 mins
Cooking time
COOK TIME 20 mins
Servings
SERVES 6
Ready in
TOTAL TIME 30 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped celery
  • 1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) chicken broth
  • 2 cups Minute® Brown Rice
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  • This simple and delicious rice pilaf features nutty, whole-grain flavor and a perfect mix of textures that you’ll love, including chewy and fluffy brown rice, creamy mushrooms and crunchy walnuts.

    Step 1
    Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and celery; cook for 3-5 minutes, or until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.

    Step 2
    Add mushrooms to saucepan. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until mushrooms are tender, stirring occasionally.

    Step 3
    Add broth; Stir and bring to a boil. Stir in rice and cover.

    Step 4
    Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.

    Step 5
    Add walnuts and parsley and stir to combine.

Perfect Pilaf

Rice pilaf is always a great option when you’re in the mood for something warm, full of flavor and that will fill you up. While some rice pilaf recipes may require a bit of time and involve some intricate steps, we have a recipe that is delicious, satisfying and incredibly simple. Have it as a side dish or as a main dish with some added protein.

This Quick Brown Rice and Mushroom Pilaf made with Minute® Instant Brown Rice, mushrooms, onion, celery, chicken broth and walnuts is perfect for lunch or dinner and is ready in just 30 minutes with just 5 simple steps. Don’t let mealtime add stress to your day ever again with this and many other of our other delicious, quick and easy Minute® Rice recipes.

Protein Power

Pack on the protein by adding diced grilled chicken, beans or tofu to this dish. Or make it a vegetarian dish by using vegetable broth or water seasoned with your favorite spices instead of chicken broth. If you’re a fan of cheese, try adding grated Parmesan for a melty, almost risotto-like texture and an extra bit of flavor. Out of brown rice? Try this recipe with Minute® Instant White Rice for an equally delicious dish.

Find more meals using plant-based protein like beans in our recipe section starting with a Red Beans and Rice recipe.

If you are looking for an easy weeknight meal try our chicken rice broccoli cheese casserole.

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