Spicy Chicken and Zucchini Risotto

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 14
Spicy Chicken and Zucchini Risotto for a delicious meal
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 inches fresh gingerroot
3/4 teaspoon dried chili
1 pinch salt
pepper ( to taste )
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
2 garlic cloves
3/4 teaspoon paprika
2 chicken breasts
6 ounces risotto rice
1 chicken stock cube
1/2 ounce butter
1 dash white wine
1 large zucchini
1/2 lime

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
563
Sugar
2g
Fat
23g
Spicy Chicken and Zucchini Risotto is a delicious main dish that is easy to make and perfect for any weeknight dinner. This dish includes chicken, zucchini, and rice to make it a complete meal. The use of spices like chili, paprika, and cloves gives it an extra kick, making it a great choice for those who like their food a little spicy. The dish is not only tasty, but it is also healthy as it includes ginger, garlic, and zucchini.

Instructions

1.Start by peeling and grating the ginger root.
2.Crush garlic cloves and set aside.
3.Slice the zucchini into small cubes.
4.Dice chicken breasts and set aside.
5.In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
6.Add garlic, ginger, chili, salt, pepper, bay leaf, paprika, and cloves and cook for 2 minutes.
7.Add chicken and toss until browned.
8.Add risotto rice to the chicken mixture and stir.
9.Crumble the chicken stock cube and add to the pan.
10.Add 5 cups of boiling water, and stir until fully combined.
11.Cook for about 15 minutes or until all the water has been absorbed.
12.Add the butter, white wine, and zucchini to the pan and stir.
13.Cook until zucchini is cooked through.
14.Finally, add lime to the pan and stir. Remove from heat and cool for 5 minutes.

PROS

Spicy Chicken and Zucchini Risotto is a great main dish for a filling meal.
This dish is full of protein and vegetables and will leave you feeling full and satisfied.
The recipe is easy to follow and can be customized to suit your taste buds.

CONS

This dish includes risotto rice which can be high in carbohydrates, so it may not suit those on a low-carb diet.
Also, due to the use of chili and spices, it may not be suitable for those with a low spice tolerance.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The use of ginger and garlic can help boost the immune system and reduce inflammation. Zucchini is a low-calorie food full of vitamins and minerals. This dish also includes chicken which is a good source of protein.

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