Chicken Risotto

This creamy chicken risotto is a comforting Instant Pot meal made with Arborio rice, garlic, onion, broth, and parmesan or pecorino cheese. It’s rich, flavorful, and comes together much faster than traditional risotto while still having a creamy texture.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Turn the Instant Pot to the sauté setting. Heat the olive oil, then sauté the onion and garlic for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 2

Add the Arborio rice and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.

Step 3

Pour in the white wine and cook for about 2 minutes until slightly reduced.

Step 4

Add the broth, salt, and pepper, stirring well and scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

Step 5

Seal the Instant Pot and cook on HIGH PRESSURE for 6 minutes.

Step 6

Allow a natural release for 5 minutes, then manually release the remaining pressure.

Step 7

Stir in the grated parmesan or pecorino cheese until creamy.

Step 8

Add extra broth if needed to loosen the risotto and create a creamier texture.

Step 9

Adjust salt and pepper to taste and garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.