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Microwave Green Chile-Chicken Risotto Recipe

Microwave Green Chile-Chicken Risotto Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

2 tbsp butter
1/2 cup chopped red onion, divided
1 cup uncooked arborio rice
1 (14-oz) can fat-free , less-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups water, divided
1 (4.5-oz) can whole green chiles, drained
1 1/2 cups chopped roasted chicken breast
1 cup (4 oz) shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
2 tbsp water
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions:

Combine butter, onion, rice, broth, and 3/4 cup water in a 2-quart microwave-safe dish. Cover with heavy-duty plastic wrap, and vent. Microwave at HIGH 15 minutes, rotating dish a half-turn after 7 1/2 minutes. Stir in remaining 3/4 cup water; cover and microwave at HIGH 5 minutes.
Stir green chiles and chicken into rice; cover and let stand 5 minutes. Uncover and stir in cheese, 2 tablespoons water, salt, and cilantro.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	425.19 Kcal (1780 kJ)
Calories from fat	134.45 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	14.94g	23%
Cholesterol	53.48mg	18%
Sodium	994.44mg	41%
Potassium	471.25mg	10%
Total Carbs	49.67g	17%
Sugars	3.86g	15%
Dietary Fiber	3.08g	12%
Protein	20.08g	40%
Vitamin C	3.9mg	7%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	7%
Iron	0.6mg	3%
Calcium	54.4mg	5%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	144.68 Kcal (606 kJ)
Calories from fat	45.75 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.08g	23%
Cholesterol	18.2mg	18%
Sodium	338.37mg	41%
Potassium	160.35mg	10%
Total Carbs	16.9g	17%
Sugars	1.31g	15%
Dietary Fiber	1.05g	12%
Protein	6.83g	40%
Vitamin C	1.3mg	7%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	7%
Iron	0.2mg	3%
Calcium	18.5mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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