Chicken Risotto

Directions

1. 1
   In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter.
2. 2
   Add chicken and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until pieces are browned, about 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Remove chicken from skillet.
4. 4
   Add remaining butter, rice and garlic to skillet and cook, stirring constantly, until rice is lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
5. 5
   Add mushrooms and green onion.
6. 6
   Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until mushrooms are tender, about 2 minutes.
7. 7
   Stir in chicken broth and basil.
8. 8
   Bring to a boil; cover and simmer 15 minutes. Gently stir in chicken.
9. 9
   Continue simmering until chicken is heated through and rice is tender, about 5 minutes.
10. 10
    Top with cheese and serve immediately.
11. 11
    Serves 6.