Meat Lite: Mushroom And Chicken Risotto Recipe

Name: Meat Lite: Mushroom And Chicken Risotto Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms; 4 cups chicken stock or vegetable or mushroom broth, preferably homemade; 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more to taste to drizzle over finished dish; 2 shallots, minced, about 1/3 cup; 4 fresh thyme sprigs, leaves only; 11/2 cup Arborio rice; 1/2 white wine; 1/4 cup cream (optional); 1/2 poached chicken breast, boned, skinned and cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1 cup grated romano cheese; Salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms
4 cups chicken stock or vegetable or mushroom broth, preferably homemade
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more to taste to drizzle over finished dish
2 shallots, minced, about 1/3 cup
4 fresh thyme sprigs, leaves only
11/2 cup Arborio rice
1/2 white wine
1/4 cup cream (optional)
1/2 poached chicken breast, boned, skinned and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup grated romano cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

1
Pour 2 cups boiling water over dried mushroom and soak for 30 minutes. Remove mushrooms, chop coarsely and set aside. Strain soaking liquid into a medium sauce pan and add the stock. Bring the liquid and stock to a simmer, and keep hot.
2
Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the shallots and thyme and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the rice and cook, stirring, for about a minute. Add the wine and simmer, stirring, until it is absorbed.
4
Add the hot liquid in 1/2 cup increments, stirring constantly and waiting until the liquid has been absorbed before adding more stock. (You can also start by adding about half the total liquid and simmer partially covered until it's absorbed, about 10 minutes. And then add the rest a little at a time.)
5
When most of the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender, add the cream, if using. Add the chicken, mushrooms and cheese and stir to combine. Taste, and season to taste with salt and pepper.

1323

kcal

Calories

Fat

233

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms, 4 cups chicken stock or vegetable or mushroom broth, preferably homemade, 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more to taste to drizzle over finished dish, 2 shallots, minced, about 1/3 cup, and more.

Yes, Meat Lite: Mushroom And Chicken Risotto Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!