Instant Pot Pumpkin Sage Chicken Risotto
Instant Pot Pumpkin Sage Chicken Risotto is a comforting dish that combines creamy Arborio rice with tender chicken, sweet pumpkin, and aromatic sage. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With the convenience of an Instant Pot, you can enjoy a warm bowl of risotto in under 30 minutes. Each bite offers a delightful blend of flavors that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 6 fresh sage leaves, chopped
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode. Heat olive oil and add diced chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper. Sauté until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and chopped sage to the pot; stir for about one minute until fragrant.
- Stir in Arborio rice, coating each grain with oil for about two minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and pumpkin puree, scraping up any bits from the bottom. Stir gently and seal the lid.
- Cook on manual high pressure for 6 minutes. Allow natural release for optimal creaminess.
- Carefully open the lid, stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with mushrooms or spinach and use vegetable broth. - Add a splash of broth while reheating leftovers to restore creaminess.