Mushroom Asparagus Risotto With Crisped Chicken

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Mushroom Asparagus Risotto With Crisped Chicken, a heart-warming delicacy
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
3/4 cup sweet onion , such as Vidalia , finely diced
1 1/3 cups arborio rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 ounces cremini mushrooms or 4 ounces button mushrooms , thinly sliced
1/2 lb fresh asparagus , thinly sliced on the diagonal
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil or 1 tablespoon butter
2 cups shredded cold cooked chicken
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
560
Sugar
6g
Fat
13g
Mushroom Asparagus Risotto With Crisped Chicken is a sumptuous and filling meal. It is a classical dish which is perfect for a romantic dinner or as a weeknight meal for the family. This creamy, cheesy and fragrant risotto is loaded with earthy mushrooms, crisp asparagus and savoury chicken. This combination of ingredients is perfect because it's savory, filling, and yet tastes fresh and light.

Instructions

1.Heat chicken broth in a pot and keep it on low heat.
2.Melt butter in a heavy-bottomed pot and sauté onions until they turn transparent.
3.Add arborio rice and cook for 2 minutes until coated.
4.Pour wine in and keep stirring, until it evaporates, for about 3 minutes.
5.Add 1/2 cup of hot broth at a time and keep stirring, letting the rice absorb the broth.
6.When you are adding the last batch of broth, add sliced mushrooms and asparagus and let it cook for 5-7 minutes.
7.Turn off the heat and add parmesan cheese.
8.Heat olive oil in a separate pan and add chicken. Cook until crispy.
9.Serve the risotto with crisped chicken and sprinkle with chopped parsley on top.

PROS

This dish is a hearty meal that is perfect for dinner.

The ingredients are easy to find and the recipe is simple to follow.

Mushrooms and asparagus are loaded with nutrients such as vitamins, protein and fiber.

CONS

Risotto requires constant attention and stirring, which may be time-consuming for some.

Crisping the chicken can be tricky if you’re not experienced in cooking chicken.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mushrooms and asparagus are packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that are beneficial to the body.
Mushrooms are an excellent source of vitamin D, which helps build and maintain strong bones.
Asparagus is a great source of fiber and folate, which is essential for cell growth and development.
Chicken is a good source of protein which helps in maintaining healthy skin and aids in growth and repair of muscles and tissues.

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