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Risotto with Asparagus and Chicken

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Risotto with asparagus and chicken is a creamy Italian style dish made from arborio rice slowly cooked with broth. Chicken breast adds protein while green asparagus brings freshness and seasonal flavor. Gradual addition of hot broth allows rice to release starch and creates a naturally creamy texture. Finished with butter and Parmesan, risotto becomes smooth rich and aromatic.

By Karel R.
Total50 mins
Prep20 mins
Cook30 mins
Servings4
DifficultyBeginner

Preparation

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  1. Cut chicken breast into small bite size pieces. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.

  2. Wash asparagus and snap off woody ends. Cut asparagus into pieces about 1 inch long leaving tips whole.

  3. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a wide pan. Add chicken and fry until lightly golden and cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.

  4. In the same pan add remaining olive oil. Add finely chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent. Add minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.

  5. Add arborio rice to pan and stir until grains are coated with oil and slightly translucent.

  6. Pour in white wine and cook stirring until liquid evaporates completely.

  7. Begin adding hot chicken broth one ladle at a time. Stir gently and allow liquid to absorb before adding more. Continue process for about 15 minutes.

  8. Add asparagus pieces to risotto. Continue adding broth and stirring until rice is tender but still slightly firm in the center.

  9. Return chicken to pan and mix gently. Cook for a few more minutes so everything heats through.

  10. Remove risotto from heat. Add butter and grated Parmesan and stir until creamy.

  11. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately. ENJOY!

Cook’s note

Broth must be hot before adding to rice.
Do not rinse rice before cooking.
Stirring releases starch and creates creamy texture.
Risotto should be served right after cooking.

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