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Creamy Chicken and Asparagus Risotto

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PREP TIME
20 min
COOKING TIME
40 min
TOTAL TIME
60 min
SERVINGS
2 servings
Dinner Italian
Creamy Chicken and Asparagus Risotto
Ingredients
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil or butter
  • 1/2 large onion, minced
  • 1 cup Carnaroli or Arborio rice
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 8 ounces asparagus, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1
Heat a small saucepan over high heat, bringing the chicken stock to a rolling boil. Maintain the temperature at a low setting to keep the stock warm.
2
In a large saucepan, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Introduce the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, allowing its fragrance to release.
3
Add the cubed chicken to the saucepan and continue cooking until it reaches a firm, lightly browned texture. Remove from heat and set aside.
4
In the same saucepan, warm 2 teaspoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Introduce the sliced onions and cook until they become soft and translucent, approximately 1 minute.
5
Add the cooked rice to the saucepan, stirring constantly as it absorbs the onion's moisture and begins to turn opaque.
6
Add 1/3 cup of wine and asparagus to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the wine evaporates.
7
Reduce heat to a lower setting and stir in 1/3 cup of the hot chicken stock. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until all liquid has been absorbed.
8
Start adding the remaining 1/3 cup of chicken stock, stirring constantly until it is fully absorbed. Continue cooking and stirring for an additional 8-10 minutes.
9
Season the risotto with dried oregano and basil. Introduce the remaining chicken stock, stirring until it is fully absorbed once more.
10
Finish seasoning to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chicken cubes.
11
Note: Cooking time may vary, so monitor the risotto closely to avoid overcooking.