Skillet Chicken Risotto Recipe

Name: Skillet Chicken Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Meat & Poultry
Ingredients: 2 1/2 to 3 lb. chicken, cut-up; 2 Tbsp. oil; 3/4 c. long grain rice, uncooked; 1/2 c. chopped onion; 2 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. poultry seasoning; 8 oz. fresh mushrooms, sliced (3 c.); 4 medium carrots, bias cut, 1/2-inch thick (2 c.); 2 c. water; paprika; salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

2 1/2 to 3 lb. chicken, cut-up
2 Tbsp. oil
3/4 c. long grain rice, uncooked
1/2 c. chopped onion
2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. poultry seasoning
8 oz. fresh mushrooms, sliced (3 c.)
4 medium carrots, bias cut, 1/2-inch thick (2 c.)
2 c. water
paprika
salt and pepper to taste

1
In 10-inch skillet, brown chicken on all sides in hot oil, about 15 minutes.
2
Remove chicken pieces.
3
Drain all but 2 tablespoons fat.
4
Add rice, onion, salt and poultry seasoning. Cook and stir until rice is lightly browned.
5
Add mushrooms, carrots and water.
6
Place chicken on top of rice mixture.
7
Season chicken with additional salt and pepper.
8
Sprinkle with paprika, cover and simmer 45 minutes or until chicken and rice are tender. Serves 4 to 6.

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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: 2 1/2 to 3 lb. chicken, cut-up, 2 Tbsp. oil, 3/4 c. long grain rice, uncooked, 1/2 c. chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Skillet 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.

Skillet Chicken Risotto

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