Quinoa-Chicken Risotto Recipe

Name: Quinoa-Chicken Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. (450 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces; 1/4 cup Kraft Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tuscan Italian Dressing, divided; 1/2 lb. (225 g) sliced fresh mushrooms; 1 red pepper, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup quinoa, rinsed; 1-3/4 cups 25%-less-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup water; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; juice from 1 lemon; 1/4 cup Kraft 100% Parmesan Shredded Cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb. (450 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
1/4 cup Kraft Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tuscan Italian Dressing, divided
1/2 lb. (225 g) sliced fresh mushrooms
1 red pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1-3/4 cups 25%-less-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
juice from 1 lemon
1/4 cup Kraft 100% Parmesan Shredded Cheese

1
Cook chicken in 2 Tbsp.
2
dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat 4 to 5 min.
3
or until evenly browned, stirring frequently.
4
Spoon into bowl; cover to keep warm.
5
Heat remaining dressing in same skillet on medium heat.
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Add mushrooms and peppers; cook 4 min., stirring occasionally and adding garlic for the last minute.
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Add quinoa, broth and water; stir.
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Bring to boil; cover.
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Simmer on medium-low heat 20 min.
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or until quinoa is tender.
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Stir in chicken, parsley and lemon juice; cook and stir 2 min.
12
or until chicken mixture is heated through.
13
Remove from heat; cover.
14
Let stand 5 min.
15
; top with cheese.

430

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Protein

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* 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: 1 lb. (450 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces, 1/4 cup Kraft Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tuscan Italian Dressing, divided, 1/2 lb. (225 g) sliced fresh mushrooms, 1 red pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Quinoa-Chicken 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.

Quinoa-Chicken Risotto

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