Best 5 Quick Risotto Style Rice Chicken Recipes

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Risotto is a classic Italian dish made with rice, broth, and vegetables. It can be a time-consuming dish to make, but there are ways to speed up the process without sacrificing flavor. Quick risotto style rice chicken is a one-pot meal that is packed with flavor and can be on the table in under 30 minutes. It is a great option for a weeknight meal or a casual dinner party.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

QUICK CHICKEN RISOTTO



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Progresso® chicken broth provides a simple addition to this chicken risotto dinner - a tasty Italian rice dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32 oz carton)
1 cup uncooked regular long grain rice
1/2 pound asparagus, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
4 ounces sliced Canadian-style bacon, cut up
1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Spray 12-inch nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in skillet 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until light brown.
  • Stir in broth; heat to boiling. Stir in rice; reduce heat. Cover and simmer without stirring 10 minutes.
  • Stir in asparagus, Canadian bacon and basil. Cover and simmer without stirring 8 to 10 minutes or until rice is tender and chicken is no longer pink in center; remove from heat. Stir in cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 920 mg

EASY RISOTTO



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Make and share this Easy Risotto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by katymae16

Categories     Rice

Time 25m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small onion, chopped (about 1/3 cup)
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
2/3 cup arborio rice, uncooked
2 cups water
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
1 dash black pepper
1/4 cup parmesan cheese or 1/4 cup romano cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan.
  • Add onion and saute 1 minute.
  • Add rice, then cook and stir for 2 minutes more.
  • Stir in water, bouillon, and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes (don't lift the lid!).
  • Remove saucepan from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Rice should be tender but slightly firm, and the mixture should be creamy (if necessary, stir in a little hot water to reach desired consistency).
  • Stir in parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.9, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 17.5, Sodium 174.2, Carbohydrate 38.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 6.5

VERY EASY RISOTTO



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This green onion and Parmesan cheese rice dish is easy, fast and doesn't require constant stirring!

Provided by Kim Sanchez

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Risotto Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter
⅔ cup sliced green onion
1 ⅓ cups uncooked long-grain rice
4 cups water
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook green onions in butter briefly, then add the rice. Cook and stir for a few minutes to toast rice. Stir in water, and season with chicken bouillon and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.3 g, Cholesterol 21.2 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 284.3 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

QUICK CHICKEN RISOTTO



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Make and share this Quick Chicken Risotto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Alskann

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
1 cup white rice, uncooked
1/2 lb asparagus, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
4 ounces Canadian bacon, cut up
1/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves or 1 teaspoon fresh basil
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Spray 12" nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat.
  • Cook chicken in skillet 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently,until light brown.
  • Stir in broth; heat to boiling.
  • Stir in rice; reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer without stirring 10 minutes.
  • Stir in asparagus,Canadian Bacon and basil.
  • Cover and simmer without stirring 8-10 minutes or until rice is tender and chicken is no longer pink in the center.
  • Remove from the heat.
  • Stir in cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 57.1, Sodium 942, Carbohydrate 41.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.1, Protein 27.5

QUICK RISOTTO-STYLE RICE & CHICKEN



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Whip up an Italian classic in just 30 minutes with our Quick Risotto-Style Rice Chicken recipe. Dig into a creamy mix of chicken, peas and mushrooms topped off with grated parmesan cheese.

Provided by Knorr

Categories     Knorr®

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® Spread, divided
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 (10 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
2 cups milk
1 (5.6 ounce) package Knorr® Rice Sides™ - Chicken
1 cup frozen green peas
⅓ cup sour cream
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Melt 1 tablespoon Spread in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken, stirring occasionally, until chicken is thoroughly cooked, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  • Melt remaining 1 tablespoon Spread in same skillet and cook mushrooms, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 5 minutes. Add milk, Knorr® Rice Sides™ - Chicken flavor and peas and prepare according to package directions.
  • Stir in chicken, sour cream and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese; heat through. Serve sprinkled with remaining Parmesan cheese. Garnish, if desired, with chopped parsley and cracked black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.7 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 87.3 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 37.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 287.8 mg, Sugar 9 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh chicken, vegetables, and rice.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to cook the rice. This will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the rice from sticking.
  • Toast the rice in a little bit of olive oil before adding the liquid. This will help to bring out the flavor of the rice.
  • Use a flavorful broth to cook the rice. Chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even white wine can be used.
  • Add vegetables, protein, and herbs to the rice while it is cooking. This will create a complete and flavorful dish.
  • Let the rice rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the rice to absorb all of the flavors.

Conclusion:

Risotto-style rice is a quick and easy way to make a delicious and impressive meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give risotto-style rice a try. You won't be disappointed!

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