Best 6 Spicy Lemon Chicken Risotto Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing Spicy Lemon Chicken Risotto recipe, a delightful fusion of zesty citrus and aromatic herbs. This delectable dish combines tender chicken, succulent shrimp, and a vibrant medley of vegetables, all harmoniously nestled in a creamy and tangy risotto.

Our curated collection of recipes offers a diverse range of culinary experiences. From the classic elegance of Beef Wellington to the rustic charm of One-Pot Chicken and Rice, each recipe is carefully crafted to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON RISOTTO WITH PAN-ROASTED CHICKEN



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Crispy pan-roasted chicken on creamy lemon risotto is an easy, delicious family recipe. Just as perfect for weeknight meals as it is for dinner parties.

Provided by Alida Ryder

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp finely chopped rosemary
salt and pepper (to taste)
1 onion (finely chopped)
4 garlic cloves (crushed)
zest of 1-2 lemons ((I like to use 2 lemons to make it very lemony, but use as much as you prefer))
500 g (approximately 2 cups) risotto rice
1 cup white wine
1½ liters (6 cups) chicken stock
1 tbsp Mascarpone
½ cup Parmesan cheese (grated )
2 tbsp butter
2-3 tbsp lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste
chopped parsley, (to serve)

Steps:

  • Pre-heat the oven to 200º/390ºF.
  • Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper and finely chopped rosemary on both sides.
  • Add olive oil to an oven-safe pan and sear the chicken, skin-side down, over high heat until golden brown. Place the pan into the oven and allow to roast for 15-20 minutes (depending on size and if you are using bone-in chicken) or until the chicken breasts just cooked through. Remove and allow to rest.
  • In the meantime, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to a large, deep pan and sauté the onion until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and lemon zest and cook for 30 seconds before adding the risotto rice.
  • Allow the rice to toast for a minute, stirring to coat in the oil, then pour in the wine. Stir to combine and allow the rice to simmer until reduced.
  • Reduce the heat and add the chicken stock, one ladle at a time, stirring to incorporate until the rice is creamy and cooked to your preference.
  • Stir in the Mascarpone, butter, Parmesan and lemon juice then season to taste.
  • Slice the chicken breasts and serve on the creamy lemon risotto.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 608 kcal, Carbohydrate 87 g, Protein 38 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 312 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LEMON CHICKEN RISOTTO



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Provided by Jessica

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound boneless, (skinless chicken thighs)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups arborio rice
3 garlic cloves, (minced)
1 cup dry white wine
4 to 5 cups low-sodium chicken stock, (warmed)
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
4 scallions, (sliced into 1-inch long pieces)
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh chopped basil, (plus extra for topping)
1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley, (plus extra for topping)
salt and pepper for seasoning
lemon wedges for serving

Steps:

  • Pat the chicken completely dry with paper towels. Season with the salt, garlic powder and lemon pepper. Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook on both sides until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and plate it on a cutting board. Once cool, slice into pieces.
  • With the saucepan still hot, add the butter. Add the rice and stirring often, toast the rice until it's somewhat translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in the white wine, constantly stirring or at least stirring every minute or so, until the rice absorbs the wine. Once the wine is absorbed, add in 1 1/2 cups of the stock, stirring until the rice absorbs the liquid like it did with the wine. Repeat this 2 to 3 more times, until all stock has been added and the rice is al dente. You want it to appear "hydrated" - and want there to be some liquid left when serving. This process should take about 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Stir in the scallions, lemon zest, parmesan, basil and parsley. Taste and season the rice additionally, more salt or pepper if needed. This will differ on the salt level in your stock, so don't be afraid to add more. Stir in the sliced chicken. Serve immedaitely with extra chopped herbs on top and lemon wedges on the side.

SPICY LEMON CHICKEN RISOTTO



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Risotto is one of the most satisfying meals to make. The key is patience! Add the stock slowly and stir constantly!

Provided by Jac8136

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups arborio rice
1 cup dry white wine
6 cups chicken stock
1 lemon, juice and rind of
100 g fresh spinach leaves
sea salt, to taste
cracked black pepper, to taste
freshly grated parmesan cheese, to taste
extra fresh lemon rind (to garnish)
fresh coriander leaves (to garnish)
1 skinless chicken breast
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried coriander
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced chili
1 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine the cumin, coriander, chilli, garlic, fresh coriander leaves and oil.
  • Add the chicken and marinate for as long as possible.
  • Grill until chicken is cooked through.
  • Keep warm.
  • If you prefer you can cut the chicken into small pieces before you marinate it.
  • To make the risotto bring the chicken stock to a simmer.
  • Keep hot on a low gas.
  • Saute onion and garlic in olive oil.
  • Add rice and stir until mixture is coated in oil.
  • Add more oil if necessary.
  • Add wine and stir until absorbed.
  • Add half of the lemon juice and stir until absorbed.
  • Add chicken stock, one ladle at a time and stir until all liquid is absorbed.
  • If rice is still too chewy add some diluted stock, one ladle at a time, until rice is tender.
  • Place spinach leaves in a colander and blanch with boiling water.
  • Drain and transfer to a bowl.
  • Stir through remaining lemon juice and finely chopped lemon rind.
  • Stir spinach mix through risotto.
  • Season to taste with sea salt and cracked black pepper.
  • Slice cooked chicken into small strips and stir through risotto.
  • Serve topped with more cracked black pepper, lemon rind, fresh coriander leaves and parmesan cheese.

LEMON RISOTTO



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An easy Lemon Risotto recipe. Lemon juice and peel offer a double punch of flavor in this delicious dish. Serve the risotto Italian-style as a first course, or American-style as a main course.

Categories     Rice     Side     Sauté     Parmesan     Lemon     White Wine     Spring     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 first-course or 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
3 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large shallots, chopped
2 cups arborio rice or medium-grain white rice
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 teaspoons grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • Bring broth to simmer in large saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat to low; cover to keep warm. Melt 1 1/2 tablespoons butter with oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots and sauté until tender, about 6 minutes. Add rice; stir 1 minute. Add wine and stir until evaporated, about 30 seconds. Add 1 1/2 cups hot broth; simmer until absorbed, stirring frequently. Add remaining broth 1/2 cup at a time, allowing broth to be absorbed before adding more and stirring frequently until rice is creamy and tender, about 35 minutes. Stir in cheese and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in parsley, lemon juice, and lemon peel. Season risotto with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl and serve.

CREAMY SPICY CHICKEN RISOTTO



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This was one of those accidents that turned out quite well! You could substitute the Chicken drumsticks with cubed boneless breast/thighs if you're not a big fan of drumsticks

Provided by AnnieSoptera

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 chicken drumsticks
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
3/4 cup mushroom (canned or fresh)
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 large lemon
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 chopped garlic cloves
2 cups rice
4 cups chicken broth
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large wok with lid (if you don't have one with a lid use a frying pan for the lid or even just use a large pot) add 2 tablespoons of Oil and fry chicken till slightly undercooked. While frying, add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper scattered on the chicken and the juice of half a lemon. Salt and Pepper to taste.
  • Remove Chicken, and add the rest of oil to the same wok. Sautee onions and garlic until soft.
  • Add rice and stir till rice is lightly browned.
  • Add the chicken broth and stir once in a while and bring to a boil.
  • Add the Basil, rest of Cayenne Pepper and mushrooms. Stir in for 5 minutes.
  • Put chicken drumsticks on top, stir if you have to, (i.e. if you used cubed boneless chicken breast instead) and cover and let simmer until rice is soft and chicken is cooked through.
  • Add the rest of the lemon juice and parmesan to your liking and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 59.1, Sodium 571.9, Carbohydrate 56.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 1.3, Protein 22.4

SPICY LEMON CHICKEN



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"I took a favorite recipe and modified it to work in our slow cooker," writes Nancy Rambo of Riverside, California. "We enjoy this tender lemony chicken with rice or buttered noodles."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium onion, chopped
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon each garlic powder, chili powder and paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
4-1/2 teaspoons cold water
Hot cooked noodles
Chopped fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a greased 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the onion, water, lemon juice, oil and seasonings. Add chicken; turn to coat. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until a thermometer reads 170°. Remove chicken and keep warm., In a saucepan, combine the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Gradually add the cooking juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken over noodles. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 372mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before starting, measure and prepare all your ingredients. This will help ensure smooth and efficient cooking.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients greatly impacts the final dish. Choose fresh, ripe lemons, juicy chicken, and flavorful stock.
  • Season Properly: Taste your risotto as you cook and adjust the seasoning accordingly. The balance of lemon, salt, and pepper is essential.
  • Cook the Risotto Patiently: Risotto requires patience and attention to detail. Cook it slowly, stirring constantly to achieve the perfect creamy texture.
  • Garnish Elegantly: A sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or chives adds a final touch of color and flavor to your risotto.

Conclusion:

The Spicy Lemon Chicken Risotto is a delightful culinary creation that tantalizes taste buds with its vibrant flavors and textures. The zesty lemon, aromatic herbs, and succulent chicken blend seamlessly with the creamy risotto, resulting in a satisfying and memorable meal. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe offers a rewarding cooking experience and a dish that will impress your family and friends. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on a culinary journey that leads to a plateful of pure deliciousness!

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