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Risotto con Pollo

Servings

3

Serving size

about 2 cups
COOKING TIME
30 Minutes

This 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.

Risotto con Pollo

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

Heat the oil in a medium sized skillet over medium heat. Add the pumpkin seeds and cook, stirring frequently, until they begin to turn brown. Add the garlic and cook for about one minute.

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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GERD / Acid Reflux

This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.

Lactose

This recipe contains cheese and some of those who are lactose intolerant may be able to tolerate it.

Coumadin® (Warfarin)

This recipe is NOT safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.

Gluten Sensitivity

This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.

Sodium

This is a low sodium recipe.

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!

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