Description
A creamy and flavorful baked risotto infused with lemon and herbs, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Arborio rice
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a medium saucepan, heat the broth over low heat and keep it warm.
- In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the Arborio rice to the pot and stir for 1-2 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted.
- Pour in the white wine and cook, stirring frequently, until the wine is mostly absorbed.
- Stir in the warm broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cover the pot with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Remove the pot from the oven and stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Let the risotto sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added protein, stir in cooked chicken, shrimp, or sautéed mushrooms before serving.
- Experiment with different herbs such as basil or dill for a unique flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg