Easy Bacon and Pea Risotto Recipe

Name: Easy Bacon and Pea Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Meat & Poultry
Ingredients: 6 strip bacon; 2 c. chicken broth; 2 c. water; 1 tbsp. olive oil; 2 c. arborio rice; 1 c. frozen peas; 1/2 c. grated Parmesan; 1 tsp. grated lemon peel; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. Pepper

Servings: persons

1
Microwave bacon on plate on high 7 minutes or until crisp; drain on paper towels, then roughly chop.
2
Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, heat chicken broth and water to boiling on medium-high.
3
Mix olive oil and rice in 4-quart bowl.
4
Microwave, uncovered, on high 1 minute.
5
Stir in broth mixture.
6
Cover with vented plastic wrap; microwave on medium 15 minutes or until most of broth mixture has been absorbed, stirring twice.
7
Stir in frozen peas; cook 2 more minutes, covered, or until creamy.
8
Stir in Parmesan, lemon peel, salt, pepper, and bacon.
9
Garnish with Parmesan, lemon peel, and pepper.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 strip bacon, 2 c. chicken broth, 2 c. water, 1 tbsp. olive oil, and more.

Yes, Easy Bacon and Pea Risotto 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.

Easy Bacon and Pea Risotto

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