MUSHROOM CHICKEN BARLEY RISOTTO

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Pearl barley is a good substitution for arborio rice in risotto.

Provided by Camille Watson

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 ½ cups water
1 ½ cups vegetable stock
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste
1 ½ cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup 1% milk
¼ cup fat-free evaporated milk
1 cup pearl barley
1 teaspoon butter
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and coat with balsamic vinegar.
  • Bake the chicken breasts in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Slice chicken into small pieces. Set aside.
  • In the meantime, bring the water and vegetable stock to a low boil in a saucepan, then turn off the heat.
  • Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion begins to turn golden brown at the edges, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then add mushrooms, cooking until mushrooms are tender. Pour the 1% milk and the evaporated milk into the same saucepan and heat for 2 minutes. Stir in the barley.
  • Reduce heat to medium and stir in 1 cup of the boiling vegetable broth; continue stirring until the barley has absorbed the liquid and turned creamy. Repeat this process until there is only 1 cup of broth left. Stir in the chicken with the last cup of broth. When finished, the barley should be tender, yet slightly firm, about 45 minutes. Stir in the butter, Parmesan cheese, and Romano cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.4 calories, Carbohydrate 50.9 g, Cholesterol 62.9 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 530.1 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

Lashari Baloch
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Yum!


Omar Myrie
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the ingredients are all readily available. The risotto is creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and mushrooms add a nice touch of protein and vegetables. I would definitely recommend


Joseph Owoicho
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This recipe was a disaster! The risotto was too salty and the chicken was overcooked. I'm not sure what went wrong, but I definitely won't be making this again.


REHEMA NABUTITI
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I'm not a big fan of barley, but I really enjoyed this risotto. The mushrooms and chicken were cooked perfectly and the risotto was very creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again, even with the barley.


Sk Amar
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Not bad.


erick kamau
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This risotto was delicious! The mushrooms and chicken were cooked perfectly and the barley added a nice nutty flavor. The risotto was also very creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


GUILLERMO ORELLANA
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I was really looking forward to trying this recipe, but I was disappointed with the results. The risotto was bland and the chicken was dry. I think I'll stick to my usual risotto recipe.


Raheem Ali
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This is my go-to risotto recipe. It's simple to make and always turns out creamy and delicious. I love the addition of mushrooms and chicken, which add a lot of flavor to the dish. I also like to add a bit of white wine to the risotto, which gives it


Rafin islam
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I've made this risotto several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of mushrooms, chicken, and barley. It's a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for


Sadeeq Ahmad
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I followed the recipe exactly and the risotto turned out perfectly! The chicken and mushrooms were cooked evenly and the barley was al dente. The flavors were well-balanced and the dish was creamy and comforting. I highly recommend this recipe.


Sebastian Ollerer
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Meh.


Sharif K
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This recipe is a keeper! The risotto was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and mushrooms were cooked to perfection. I also loved the addition of barley, which added a nice nutty flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Susma Shrestha
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The risotto was a bit too salty for my taste, but overall it was a good dish. The mushrooms and chicken were cooked perfectly, and the barley added a nice chewy texture.


Dean Reichert
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This mushroom chicken barley risotto was an absolute delight! The flavors of the mushrooms, chicken, and barley blended perfectly, and the creamy texture was divine. I especially loved the addition of white wine, which added a subtle depth of flavor.