Chicken Risotto - Italian Recipe

6 tbsp. butter
1 lb. chicken breasts, boned, skinned and cut into thin strips
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 c. uncooked rice
1/4 lb. mushrooms, sliced
3 green onions, chopped (tops optional)
3 c. chicken broth
1 tsp. basil
1 c. shredded cheddar cheese

In large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter.

Add chicken and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until pieces are browned, about 5 minutes.

Remove chicken from skillet.

Add remaining butter, rice and garlic to skillet and cook stirring constantly, until rice is lightly browned, about 5 minutes.

Add mushrooms and green onion.

Continue cooking stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are tender, about 2 minutes.

Stir in chicken broth and basil.

Bring to a boil, cover and simmer 15 minutes.

 Gently stir in chicken.

Continue simmering until chicken is heated through and rice is tender, about 5 minutes.

Top with cheese and serve immediately

Icook Recipes (Italian)