Quick Lemon Herb Chicken Risotto

Name: Quick Lemon Herb Chicken Risotto
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Ingredients: 250g Arborio rice; 250g Cooked chicken; 1 liter Chicken broth; 2 Shallots; 1 clove Garlic; 1 tbsp Lemon zest; 2 tbsp chopped Fresh herbs (parsley, chives); 40g Parmesan cheese; 30g Butter; 1 tbsp Olive oil; to taste Salt; to taste Black pepper

70% authentic · Italian-inspired

A simplified version of chicken risotto, featuring bright lemon and fresh herb flavors, perfect for a weeknight meal.

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Ingredients

Arborio rice250g
Cooked chicken250g
Chicken broth1 liter
Shallots2
Garlic1 clove
Lemon zest1 tbsp
Fresh herbs (parsley, chives)2 tbsp chopped
Parmesan cheese40g
Butter30g
Olive oil1 tbsp
Saltto taste
Black pepperto taste

Steps

1
Finely chop the shallots and mince the garlic.
2
Heat olive oil and 15g of butter in a pan over medium heat. Sauté shallots until softened, about 3 minutes.
3
Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4
Add Arborio rice and toast for 1 minute.
5
Add warm chicken broth, one ladleful at a time, stirring frequently. Cook for about 15-18 minutes until rice is creamy and al dente.
6
Stir in the cooked chicken, remaining butter, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and fresh herbs. Season with salt and pepper.
7
Serve immediately.

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