Pesto Risotto Recipe

Name: Pesto Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE PESTO:; 2 Tablespoons Pine Nuts; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 cup Basil Leaves, Packed; 4 Tablespoons Olive Oil; FOR THE RISOTTO:; 2 cups Chicken Stock; 1/2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1/2 cups Arborio Rice; 1 Tablespoon Shredded Parmesan Cheese; 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice; 1/8 teaspoons Pepper

Servings: persons

FOR THE PESTO:
2 Tablespoons Pine Nuts
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 cup Basil Leaves, Packed
4 Tablespoons Olive Oil
FOR THE RISOTTO:
2 cups Chicken Stock
1/2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1/2 cups Arborio Rice
1 Tablespoon Shredded Parmesan Cheese
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
1/8 teaspoons Pepper

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For the pesto:
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Add pine nuts and garlic cloves to a food processor. Pulse for 30 seconds. Add the basil and pulse for an additional 30 seconds. Make sure to stir in between to make sure everything is mixed properly. Add olive oil in a slow steady stream. If pesto is too thick add a bit more olive oil. Set aside.
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For the risotto:
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Heat the chicken stock in a saucepan over medium low heat.
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Add oil into a medium skillet over medium heat. Once oil is hot add rice and toast until lightly golden brown about 2 minutes. Pour in warm chicken broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring and heating until each scoop of liquid is absorbed before adding the next scoop. Stir rice occasionally. Cook for 20-30 minutes or until all of the chicken stock is added and absorbed.
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Take pan off the heat and add the Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, pepper and pesto. Stir to combine and serve immediately.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE PESTO:, 2 Tablespoons Pine Nuts, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, 1 cup Basil Leaves, Packed, and more.

Yes, Pesto 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.

Pesto Risotto

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