Rice and Sour Cream So Good
Indulge in pure comfort with "Rice and Sour Cream So Good," a creamy, cheesy side dish that turns simple ingredients into a flavor-packed masterpiece. Fluffy white rice is perfectly cooked and then folded into a decadent blend of sour cream, melted butter, and shredded cheddar cheese, beautifully seasoned with garlic powder and black pepper. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, is the ultimate choice for busy weeknight dinners or crowd-pleasing potlucks. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and serve it warm alongside your favorite entrée—or savor it solo as a rich, satisfying treat. With its velvety texture and irresistible flavor, this dish will quickly become a family favorite! Keywords: creamy rice recipe, rice and cheese side dish, quick comfort food, easy weeknight recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and salt, then stir to combine.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the rice simmer for 15 minutes or until tender and the water is fully absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.
While the rice is resting, melt the butter in a large mixing bowl by microwaving it for 15-20 seconds or until fully melted.
Add the sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper to the melted butter. Mix well until combined.
Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and immediately transfer it to the sour cream mixture. Gently fold the rice into the mixture until evenly coated and creamy.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (add more salt, pepper, or garlic powder as desired).
Transfer the rice to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if using.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own for a comforting bite.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1320 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.7 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.9 g | 344% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 298 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 2081 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.9 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.7 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1170 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 86 mg | 2% | |
*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.
