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Chicken Risotto

A warm, creamy bowl of risotto with tender chunks of chicken, perfect for a comforting dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups Arborio rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup cooked chicken diced
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup white wine optional
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Serving dish

Method
 

  1. In a pot, keep the chicken broth warm over low heat.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes, then add minced garlic for another minute.
  4. Add the Arborio rice to the skillet and stir for about 2 minutes.
  5. If using wine, pour it in now and cook until mostly absorbed, stirring constantly.
  6. Begin adding the warm chicken broth one ladle at a time, stirring gently until the liquid is absorbed.
  7. After about 15 minutes, stir in the diced chicken.
  8. Once the rice is creamy and al dente, remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese.
  9. Dish the risotto into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

Be patient with the stirring; it helps achieve the perfect creaminess.