Description
Creamy Parmesan (No Wine) Risotto is a rich, creamy, and comforting classic Italian dish that may be intimidating but is actually quick and easy to make.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 large onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup arborio rice
- 4 + 1/2 cups chicken stock, divided
- 3 teaspoons lemon juice (or lime juice)
- 1/2 cup water
- salt (to taste)
- ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes.
- Add rice and mix well until it is fully coated with the butter. The rice will look shiny once coated.
- Pour in 1/2 cup of the chicken stock with the lemon juice and stir to combine. Once the rice has absorbed all the liquid, bring down the heat to medium low.
- Add one cup of chicken stock and continuously stir until the liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Repeat, one cup at a time, with the remaining stock. This will take about 20-25 minutes until done.
- Stir in 1/2 cup water. Once the risotto reaches your desired consistency, remove the pan off of the heat.
- Add in Parmesan cheese and parsley and stir to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with extra chopped parsley on top, if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
How to serve: Serve this delicious Parmesan Risotto as is or add some protein. Some of my favorites to serve with this are: Seared Scallops, Garlic Butter Salmon, Chicken Marsala, Garlic Shrimp Skewers, and Sautéed Garlic Mushrooms.
How to store: Once cooled, store leftover risotto in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge.
How to reheat: Reheat leftover risotto over the stove until warmed through. It will likely have thickened up in the fridge. Just add a splash of water to thin it out a bit.
Freezing risotto: Risotto is best served fresh. I do not recommend freezing it.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Rice
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian