Sour Cream Pilaf

Creamy, comforting, and bursting with fresh flavors, Sour Cream Pilaf is an easy yet elegant dish that transforms simple white rice into a luxurious side or standalone meal. This recipe masterfully combines buttery, sautéed onions and garlic with perfectly cooked long-grain rice, simmered to tenderness in a rich chicken or vegetable broth. The star ingredient—velvety sour cream—is stirred in to create a luscious, creamy finish, while fresh parsley, dill, and zesty lemon add a vibrant touch. Ready in under 40 minutes, this versatile dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, pairing beautifully with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or hearty stews. Packed with flavor and simple to prepare, this Sour Cream Pilaf is sure to become a dinnertime favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
• 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 0.75 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized sauté pan or saucepan, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Mix in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds, just until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the rice, ensuring that each grain is coated in the butter and oil mixture. Toast the rice for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, stir, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the rice cook for 18-20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 7

Remove the pan from heat and gently fluff the rice with a fork.

Step 8

Stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated, ensuring the rice takes on a creamy texture.

Step 9

Mix in the parsley, dill, salt, pepper, and lemon zest to infuse the dish with bright, fresh flavors.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley or dill, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1367.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1170.9

Total Fat 75.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 148.2mg	0%
Sodium 5073.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 18.0g
Protein 20.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 361.4mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 511.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.8%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 37.4%