Cock-A-Leekie Risotto With Bacon Recipe

Name: Cock-A-Leekie Risotto With Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ¼ cups chicken stock; 2 12 ounces butter; 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil; 7 ounces unsmoked back bacon, chopped; 2 skinless chicken breasts, diced; 2 medium leeks, sliced; 10 ounces risotto rice, such as arborio; ⅔ cup dry white wine; 10 prunes, stoned and finely chopped (optional); 2 ounces parmesan cheese, freshly grated; 1 ounce flat leaf parsley, chopped

Servings: persons

4 ¼ cups chicken stock
2 12 ounces butter
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
7 ounces unsmoked back bacon, chopped
2 skinless chicken breasts, diced
2 medium leeks, sliced
10 ounces risotto rice, such as arborio
⅔ cup dry white wine
10 prunes, stoned and finely chopped (optional)
2 ounces parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1 ounce flat leaf parsley, chopped

1
Heat the stock to just under simmering point in a small saucepan.
2
Meanwhile, melt 2oz of the butter with the oil in a large pan.
3
Fry the bacon until cooked but not crispy, then remove with a slotted spoon.
4
Add the chicken and fry, stirring, until just cooked, about 4-5 minutes, then remove with a slotted spoon.
5
Add the leeks and cook, stirring, for a couple of minutes, until the leeks are just softened but still vivid green.
6
Add the rice and stir until well coated in the fat.
7
Increase the heat, add the wine and let it bubble away for 1 minute.
8
Then lower the heat to medium and add a ladleful of the stock.
9
Only add the next ladleful once all the stock has been absorbed.
10
Continue adding the stock gradually in this manner (you might not need it all) and add salt to taste after about 10 minutes.
11
Once the rice is al dente, add the bacon, chicken and prunes (if using), and stir well.
12
Cook for 1 minute more, then remove the pan from the heat.
13
Stir in the parmesan, then the remaining butter.
14
Cover tightly and leave for 5 minutes.
15
Finally, stir in the parsley, adjust the seasoning to taste and serve straight from the pan.

1460

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

124

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ¼ cups chicken stock, 2 12 ounces butter, 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil, 7 ounces unsmoked back bacon, chopped, and more.

Yes, Cock-A-Leekie Risotto With Bacon falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cock-A-Leekie Risotto With Bacon

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