Chicken Leek And Mushroom Risotto
Chicken, Leek and Mushroom Risotto
Ingredients
This delicious Chicken, Leek and Mushroom Risotto is a perfect meal for a cozy night in. The creamy risotto is packed with flavour from the sautéed leek, mushrooms and chicken. All you need to make it is:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 leek, finely chopped
- 1/2 pound mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 pound chicken, cubed
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
To make this delicious Chicken, Leek and Mushroom Risotto, start by heating the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the garlic, leek and mushrooms and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the chicken and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Stir in the Arborio rice and cook for 1 minute. Add the chicken broth, bring the mixture to a boil and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the parmesan cheese and parsley.
Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot. Enjoy!
Nutrition
This Chicken, Leek and Mushroom Risotto is a great way to get your daily dose of protein. Each serving provides approximately 17 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber. It is also a good source of iron and calcium. The risotto is light on fat and calories and contains only about 4 grams of fat and 150 calories per serving.
This delicious dish is a great option for a healthy dinner. It is also perfect for a quick lunch or dinner when you want something light and flavorful. Enjoy!