Description
Creamy and delicious, this Parmesan Chicken Risotto recipe is a comforting Italian dish that is perfect for a cozy dinner at home. Tender chicken, Arborio rice, and Parmesan cheese come together to create a satisfying meal that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Risotto:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 4 cups chicken broth, warmed
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional for extra creaminess)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until cooked through and golden. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In the same pan, reduce heat to medium and add chopped onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook the Rice: Add Arborio rice to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring to coat the grains in oil. Pour in white wine, if using, and stir until mostly absorbed.
- Add Broth: Begin adding warmed chicken broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed. Continue for about 20 minutes, or until rice is tender and creamy.
- Finish the Risotto: Stir in cooked chicken, Parmesan cheese, butter, and heavy cream if using. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat, let rest for a minute, and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, stir in sautéed mushrooms, peas, or spinach.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
