A Delicious and Healthy Chicken and Mushroom Risotto

Risotto is a classic Italian dish, traditionally made with arborio rice, butter, white wine, and Parmesan cheese. It's a creamy comfort food dish that's surprisingly easy to make, and the flavor combinations are endless. One of my favorite variations is this Chicken and Mushroom Risotto. It's a hearty and healthy meal that's perfect for a cozy night in with family and friends.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup arborio rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
4 cups chicken broth
1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring often, until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Add the arborio rice and stir to coat with the oil. Cook for 1 minute more.

Add the white wine and stir until it's fully absorbed. Add the chicken broth, one cup at a time, stirring until it's fully absorbed before adding the next cup. Once all the broth is added, reduce the heat to low and cover the pan. Cook for 15 minutes.

Uncover the pan and add the chicken, mushrooms, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and everything is combined. Cover the pan and cook for an additional 10 minutes. Uncover the pan and add the parsley. Stir to combine and serve.

Nutrition

This Chicken and Mushroom Risotto is a comforting, delicious, and hearty meal that's surprisingly healthy. Each serving contains 367 calories, 9.7 grams of fat, 37.3 grams of carbohydrates, 3.3 grams of dietary fiber, and 21.7 grams of protein.

The arborio rice provides complex carbohydrates and fiber, the chicken is a great source of lean protein, and the mushrooms add even more nutrition. It's a balanced meal that's sure to satisfy everyone at the dinner table.

This Chicken and Mushroom Risotto is an easy and delicious meal that's sure to please. It's a great way to get your family to eat more vegetables, and it's sure to become a regular in your dinner rotation.