Awesome Chicken Pumpkin Risotto Recipe

Ingredients for Awesome Chicken Pumpkin Risotto

• Arborio Rice
• Chicken Stock
• 100ml dry white wine
• Olive Oil
• Garlic Cloves
• Onion
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 300g)
• 400g pumpkin, peeled, seeded, and chopped
• Parmesan Cheese

How to Make Awesome Chicken Pumpkin Risotto

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Chop 400g pumpkin into 2-3cm pieces and toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15-20 minutes, until tender.
2. While pumpkin roasts, grill or pan-fry 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 300g) until cooked through. Let cool slightly, then cube into 1-2cm pieces.
3. In a large saucepan, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add 250g Arborio rice and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until the grains are translucent around the edges.
5. Pour in 100ml dry white wine and stir until absorbed.
6. Gradually add 800ml hot chicken stock, about 150ml at a time, stirring continuously until each addition is absorbed before adding more. This process should take about 15-20 minutes. The rice should be creamy and al dente.
7. Stir in the cooked pumpkin and chicken.
8. Remove from heat and stir in 50g grated Parmesan cheese and 2 tbsp butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Serve immediately and garnish with fresh parsley (optional).