Risotto with Chicken and Asparagus: A Creamy Comfort Dish
A delicious and creamy risotto made with tender chicken and fresh asparagus, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup asparagus, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent.
- Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the Arborio rice and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually add chicken broth, one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until absorbed.
- Once the rice is al dente, mix in the chicken and asparagus.
- Stir in butter and Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be customized with other vegetables based on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Risotto, Chicken, Asparagus, Comfort food