Chicken & Mushroom Barley Risotto

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Satisfy Your Cravings with Chicken & Mushroom Barley Risotto
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

750 ml chicken stock , salt reduced
10 g dried porcini mushrooms
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 brown onion , small and finely chopped
2 garlic cloves
200 g swiss brown mushrooms
200 g barley
80 ml dry white wine
100 g enoki mushrooms , trimmed
280 g chicken breasts , BBQ'ed skinless and coarsely chopped
1/3 cup chives , fresh and finely chopped
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese , finely grated

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
400
Sugar
3g
Fat
9g
The Chicken & Mushroom Barley Risotto is a modern twist on the classic Italian dish. It is a healthier option than traditional risotto, thanks to the use of barley instead of Arborio rice. Barley has a slightly nutty flavor and a pleasantly chewy texture, making it a great alternative to white rice. The addition of mushrooms and chicken makes this dish a complete meal that will satisfy your cravings and keep you feeling full for longer. This versatile dish can be served as a main course or a side dish and is perfect for lunch or dinner.

Instructions

1.Soak the dried porcini mushrooms in 1/2 a cup of hot chicken stock and set aside.
2.Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
3.Add the onion and garlic, and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
4.Add Swiss brown mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes, until softened.
5.Add barley and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes, until it becomes lightly toasted.
6.Add the white wine to the pan and let it simmer until it has been completely absorbed by the barley.
7.Add remaining chicken stock, chicken pieces, and soaked porcini mushrooms (along with the soaking liquid).
8.Cook for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the barley becomes soft and creamy.
9.If the mixture becomes too dry, add a little more stock.
10.Remove from heat and stir in the enoki mushrooms, chives, and parmesan cheese before serving.

PROS

The Chicken & Mushroom Barley Risotto is a healthy and filling meal that is perfect for any occasion.

It is a great way to include whole grains like barley in your diet and is a good source of protein.

CONS

The dish takes a bit longer to cook compared to traditional risottos, but the results are worth it.

A small number of people may be allergic to mushrooms, so if you have not tried them before, be careful when using them in this recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Barley is a rich source of dietary fiber, which is essential for a healthy digestive system.
It also contains many essential vitamins and minerals, such as niacin, vitamin B6, and iron.
Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein, which helps build and repair tissues in the body.

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