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- Level: Easy
- Total: 1 hr 15 min
- Prep: 45 min
- Cook: 30 min
- Yield: 4 servings
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- Nutritional Analysis
- Per Serving
- Calories
- 461 calorie
- Total Fat
- 16 grams
- Saturated Fat
- 6 grams
- Cholesterol
- 47 milligrams
- Sodium
- 938 milligrams
- Carbohydrates
- 57 grams
- Dietary Fiber
- 5 grams
- Protein
- 24 grams
- Sugar
- 5 grams
- Level: Easy
- Total: 1 hr 15 min
- Prep: 45 min
- Cook: 30 min
- Yield: 4 servings
-
- Nutritional Analysis
- Per Serving
- Calories
- 461 calorie
- Total Fat
- 16 grams
- Saturated Fat
- 6 grams
- Cholesterol
- 47 milligrams
- Sodium
- 938 milligrams
- Carbohydrates
- 57 grams
- Dietary Fiber
- 5 grams
- Protein
- 24 grams
- Sugar
- 5 grams
Ingredients
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Directions
- Place a rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- In a large heavy saucepan or braising pan, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon and drain on paper towels.
- Add the onions, salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the rice and stir for 2 minutes. Add 3 cups broth and the lemon juice. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally. Cover with a tight lid and bake in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven and return it to the stove over medium-low heat. Remove the lid and stir in the chicken, kale, roasted vegetables and 1/4 cup chicken broth. Stir until the kale is wilted, about 5 minutes, adding extra broth, as needed, until the risotto is creamy. Stir in the cooked bacon and cheese. Ladle into bowls and serve.
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44 Reviews
zaranne17January 12, 2023
Seems to be missing the step for the roasted veggies. I really wanted to try this.
Christi B.December 8, 2020
This is amazing, have made it twice and it has been a hit both times. Love that you can play with ingredients, but it's perfect as is.
jamierbeaversMay 26, 2020
I have made this several times and it is my forever go-to risotto recipe. It is so creamy and delicious and easy to make! I do switch up the ingredients and every time it comes out perfect.
Food Network UserFebruary 11, 2020
This dish was delish. Followed the recipe for the most part. Instead of roasting the veggies listed, I added carrots to the boiling water. Roasted Brussels Sprouts instead for about 10 mins (until done the way you like) while the dish was in the oven cooking. Took covered skillet out of oven, added the cooked chicken, bacon, Kale, cheese and broth. Stir until mixed and Kale was wilted. Will make again for sure.
Morgan H.January 9, 2019
Holy moly this is an amazing recipe!!!!
dnickel35June 2, 2018
Will make this soon but wondering how caulirice would work in this?
GailJanuary 28, 2018
Who knew you could make perfect risotto in the oven?! Giada is a food genius as usual!
keekopNovember 7, 2017
My go-to risotto recipe. The flavors are amazing. If I don’t have left over roasted chicken & veggies I buy a rotisserie chicken and roast veggies before making the risotto. My husband and I are not huge fans of kale but it works so well in this recipe! Love it!
lauren C.April 1, 2016
I was skeptical about this at first because I'm not a huge fan of kale but it was so delicious! Everyone in my family loved it, and it wasn't that hard to make. Definitely a staple on my dinner menu.
Polly Z.August 11, 2015
I followed the recipe and added sliced mushrooms. It was so good!! The previous recipe of roasted chicken with root veggies was also delicious! Thanks, Giada!
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