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Creamy Tomato and Prosciutto Risotto


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  • Author: Rachael Hartley
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

Rich flavors and textures combine in this comforting Italian classic. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 6 cups (1420 ml) Chicken Broth
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 4 oz (113 g) Prosciutto
  • 1/2 Yellow Onion
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • 2 1/2 cups (592 ml) Arborio Rice
  • 1/2 cup (118 ml) Dry White Wine
  • 10 oz (283 g) Cherry Tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup (47 ml) Basil Leaves
  • 3/4 cup (177 ml) Parmesan Cheese
  • Salt and Black Pepper

Instructions

Simmer the Broth

  1. Keep chicken broth simmering in a pot on medium heat. Adjust heat to prevent boiling.

Crisp the Prosciutto

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot. Cook prosciutto until crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Sauté Onions and Garlic

  1. In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Toast the Rice

  1. Stir in Arborio rice. Cook until it becomes fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Deglaze with white wine, stirring until mostly evaporated.

Cook the Risotto

  1. Gradually add hot broth to the rice, stirring until each addition is absorbed before adding more. Continue until risotto is creamy and al dente.

Sauté Tomatoes

  1. In a separate skillet, heat the remaining olive oil. Add tomatoes and basil with a pinch of salt, cooking until just tender, about 5 minutes.

Finish the Risotto

  1. Fold in the crispy prosciutto, sautéed tomatoes, and grated parmesan into the risotto. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Serve

  1. Garnish with additional parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
  • If you don’t have Arborio rice, Carnaroli or Vialone Nano are acceptable substitutes.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 50
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 15
  • Cholesterol: 40