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Parmesan Garlic Risotto with Lemon Crusted Chicken

Enjoy a creamy, garlicky Parmesan risotto crowned with juicy lemon-pepper chicken in this one-pot wonder. With delectable flavors enhanced by roasting the chicken directly on the rice, you'll savor a dish that speaks of comfort and convenience.
4
57 min
TOTAL TIME
724
CALORIES
$2.84
PER SERVING
Parmesan Garlic Risotto with Lemon Crusted Chicken
Directions
PREPARATION
12 min
PREP TIME
45 min
COOK TIME
57 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
CHICKEN
2
Rub the chicken thighs evenly with lemon pepper seasoning.
3
Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large ovenproof pan.
4
Place the chicken in the pan, skin side down, and cook for 5 minutes until browned.
5
Turn and cook for another 3 minutes. Then remove chicken onto a plate.
RISOTTO
6
Melt the butter in the same pan. Add minced garlic and diced onion, cooking until the onion becomes translucent.
7
Add the risotto rice to the pan, stirring until the grains turn translucent.
8
Pour in the white wine and continue to stir until the wine is mostly evaporated.
9
Mix in the chicken broth, 1 cup of milk, salt, and pepper, bringing it to a simmer.
10
Once simmering, return the chicken thighs to the pan, nestling them on top of the rice.
11
Cover the pan tightly with a lid or foil and transfer to the preheated oven.
12
Bake with the lid on for 20 minutes, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
13
Remove from oven, transfer the chicken to a plate, and stir in the remaining 1/2 cup of milk.
14
Add the Parmesan to the risotto, stirring until combined.
15
Place the chicken back on top of the risotto.
SERVING
16
Serve straight from the pot, garnished with fresh thyme leaves.
Health Info
Macros
59g
CARBS
24g
FAT
60g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
Contains these allergens
MILK
Frequently Asked Questions
My risotto looks too dry, what did I do wrong?
Why is my risotto too gummy?
Do I really need to stir the risotto constantly?
Can I just leave my risotto to cook?
When should I add vegetables or protein?
Can I use any type of rice for risotto?
Can I add all the stock at once?
Can I use low-fat or non-dairy milk instead of stock?
What is the right texture for a perfectly cooked risotto?
Is it necessary to add cheese and butter at the end?