CHICKEN AND CHEESE RISOTTO WITH CARAMELIZED APRICOT TOPPING
A lovely different risotto with a twist. Use GOOD quality broth since that is what makes the chicken flavor, or poach your own chicken and add it to the rice as well.
Provided by MarraMamba
Categories Short Grain Rice
Time 50m
Yield 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a sauce pan add the olive oil, shallots and garlic, cook for 3 minutes at medium-high heat. Add the Arborio rice, chicken stock and the white wine, let simmer until the rice is done (al dente) to the bite.
- Add the butter, gorgonzola and parmesan cheeses and mix well. Set aside. In a sauce pan add the sugar, lemon juice, water and apricots; cook for few minutes until apricots are soft.
- Place the risotto in the middle of the plate, add a tablespoon of the caramelized apricots and a couple of walnuts on top.
- Garnish with a spring of basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 686.7, Fat 30.5, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 45, Sodium 1020.3, Carbohydrate 66.4, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 17.2, Protein 26.9
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Mohi Mohiuddin
[email protected]I can't wait to make this dish again!
Ratnamaya Tamang
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.
Thimira Achithana
[email protected]I added some chopped asparagus to the risotto and it was delicious.
Mohammad Yousaf
[email protected]I substituted vegetable broth for chicken broth and it turned out just as good.
Jammukumar Jammukumar
[email protected]This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavors are amazing.
Anas Shah999
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Tykerria Bain
[email protected]The caramelized apricots were the perfect topping for this dish. They added a touch of sweetness and crunch.
Nadz Amaranath
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of risotto, but this dish changed my mind. It was absolutely delicious.
Yolanda Ibarra
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
haley threagill
[email protected]The risotto was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. The caramelized apricots were a great addition.
UNSTOPPABLE SLAYER
[email protected]This chicken and cheese risotto was a hit with my family! The caramelized apricot topping added a unique and delicious flavor.