Spicy Sweet Pea Risotto With Chicken And Kale

Name: Spicy Sweet Pea Risotto With Chicken And Kale
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 C Chicken Stock, veg stock, or water; 3 tbsp evoo; 1 lb. chicken breast, cut into chunks; Sea Salt; 1 tbsp butter; 1/2 c diced onion; 2 c sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into medium chunks (about 3 cups); 1 tbsp minced fresh gingerroot; 2 c green or red kale, torn into pieces; 1/2 c grated raw cheese

Servings: persons

1
Place water or stock in pot on stove to warm.
2
Heat skillet over med-high heat until hot. Add 2 tbsp evoo and swirl to coat pan. Add chicken and pinch of salt. Saute 5 min, until chicken pieces have slightly browned. Remove chicken from pan with slotted spoon and reserve on plate.
3
Add remaining 1 tbsp of evoo and 1 tbsp butter to pan. When foam from butter subsides, add onion, saute for 3 min until translucent. Add sweet potato, ginger root, salt.
4
Saute sweet potatoe for 3-5 min, until browned. Add 1/4 c stock and stir while scraping brown bits from pan. When almost all liquid is gone, add 1/4 c of stock. Continue to add liquid after previous addition has evaporated until sweet potato is almost tender. With the last addition of liquid, add the cooked chicken, stirring together.
5
Cook until sweet potato has a little bite but is not mushy, about 12 minutes. Remove from head, add kale, and mix well. Top with cheese and serve.

658

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1.5 C Chicken Stock, veg stock, or water, 3 tbsp evoo, 1 lb. chicken breast, cut into chunks, Sea Salt, and more.

Yes, Spicy Sweet Pea Risotto With Chicken And Kale 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!