Description
A creamy and flavorful Instant Pot Chicken Risotto recipe that’s quick and easy to make. This delicious dish features tender chicken, Arborio rice, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of lemon for brightness.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 ½ cups Arborio rice
- ½ cup dry white wine (optional)
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (warm)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- lemon zest or juice (optional, for brightness)
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Add the olive oil and butter. Once hot, add the onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until soft.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the Arborio rice and toast for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Pour in the white wine (if using) and cook until mostly evaporated.
- Add the chicken pieces, warm broth, salt, and pepper. Stir well and press Cancel.
- Seal the lid and set the Instant Pot to Manual or Pressure Cook on high for 6 minutes.
- Once done, allow natural release for 5 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
- Stir in Parmesan and heavy cream if using. Adjust seasoning and add lemon zest or juice if desired.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, stir in an additional tablespoon of butter at the end.
- You can swap chicken for mushrooms or shrimp for a variation.
- Always use warm broth for better texture in risotto.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes (plus pressure build and release time)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
