Genuine Handcrafted Chicken & Mushroom Risotto

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

Creamy Arborio rice simmered with tender chicken and earthy mushrooms, embodying the 'genuine' essence of slow, careful cooking for a luxurious yet approachable dish. This italian-inspired one pot ready in about 50 minutes pairs olive oil, large, finely diced onion, sliced cremini mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs, boneless and skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large, finely diced onion
• 8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
• 1.5 cups Arborio rice
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 4 cups, kept warm chicken broth
• 1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Step 1: Season 1.5 lbs chicken thighs with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5 minutes per side until golden brown, then set aside.
2. Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet. Sauté 1 diced onion and 8 oz sliced mushrooms over medium heat for 8 minutes until mushrooms are golden and liquid has evaporated.
3. Step 3: Add 1.5 cups Arborio rice and stir for 1 minute until coated. Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and cook, stirring constantly, until absorbed (about 2 minutes).
4. Step 4: Add 4 cups warm chicken broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until each portion is absorbed before adding the next. Continue for 20 minutes until rice is al dente and creamy.
5. Step 5: Stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 2 tbsp butter until melted. Return chicken to the skillet and heat through. Stir in 2 tbsp chopped parsley and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.