Basic Risotto Pressure Cooker Recipe

Say goodbye to endless stirring! This pressure cooker risotto recipe delivers creamy, perfectly textured rice in just 25 minutes. Inspired by Victoria Wise and Jamie Oliver, this recipe achieves restaurant-quality results without the fuss. We use fresh chicken broth for superior flavor – avoid canned broth for best results. Get ready to impress with this quick and easy risotto, perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 359 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Basic Risotto Pressure Cooker

  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 0 Shallots
  • 0 Celery Rib
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 0 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 ½ cups Arborio Rice
  • 0 Dry White Vermouth
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • ½ cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
  • ½ teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper
  • Optional, for garnish Fresh parsley

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How to Make Basic Risotto Pressure Cooker

  1. Sauté 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1/2 cup finely chopped onion in the pressure cooker on the sauté function until softened (about 3 minutes).
  2. Add 1 ½ cups Arborio rice and toast for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly golden.
  3. Pour in 1 cup dry white wine and cook until absorbed (about 1 minute).
  4. Add 4 cups hot, fresh chicken broth, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
  5. Secure the pressure cooker lid and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully release any remaining pressure.
  6. Stir in ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese and 2 tablespoons butter. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy your perfectly creamy risotto!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

30g

Carbs

16g