Risotto con Pollo
Servings
3Serving size
about 2 cupsThis recipe can be multiplied and makes great leftovers. It is actually better the second day. Keep in the refrigerator for no more than 48 hours.
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Ingredients
1 tsp. Olive oil |
3 Tbsp. Pumpkin seeds (pepitas) |
2 clove Garlic, raw (minced) |
1 large White onions (red onion, diced) |
2/3 cup Arborio rice |
3 cup Water |
1 tsp. Paprika |
1/8 tsp. Saffron (about 20 threads) |
1/2 tsp.. Ground cumin |
1/2 tsp. Salt |
1/4 tsp., ground Black pepper |
1/2 Large Red bell peppers (diced) |
1/2 pepper, large (3-3/4 inch long, 3 inch dia) Yellow bell peppers (diced) |
12 cherry Grape or cherry tomatoes (halved) |
8 ounces Boneless, skinless chicken breast (cut into strips) |
1/2 cup Frozen peas (thawed) |
1 ounce Semisoft goat cheese |
3 Tbsp. Coriander (cilantro) leaves, raw |
Instructions
Add the diced onion and cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes or until translucent. Add the arborio, water, paprika, saffron, cumin, salt and pepper. Cook over low-medium heat. Stir only occasionally to blend the spices.
As the rice nears being done, add the diced yellow and red peppers and the chicken.
Cook for about 7 to 10 minutes, then add the tomatoes, peas, goat cheese and cilantro to the rice and stir so that the goat cheese melts.
Serve.
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Lactose
This recipe contains cheese and some of those who are lactose intolerant may be able to tolerate it.Recipe Notes
Arroz Con Pollo is a Mexican dish often made casserole style using European rice. This recipe was a special request for the flavor of Arroz Con Pollo with the creaminess of risotto. It works really well. Enjoy!