One-Pot Creamy Garlic Mushroom Risotto Recipe
This One-Pot Creamy Garlic Mushroom Risotto is a luscious, comforting dish featuring tender Arborio rice cooked with savory cremini mushrooms, aromatic garlic and onion, white wine, and finished with rich heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Perfectly creamy and full of flavor, this easy stovetop risotto is garnished with fresh parsley for a beautiful touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Risotto Base
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
Mushrooms & Flavorings
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- ½ cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced cremini mushrooms to the pot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they are browned and tender. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Toast Rice: Stir in the Arborio rice and cook for 1-2 minutes, making sure the grains are well-coated in the oil and slightly toasted.
- Add Wine: If using, pour in the dry white wine. Stir continuously until the wine is mostly absorbed by the rice.
- Gradual Broth Addition: Begin adding the broth one ladleful at a time, stirring frequently. Allow the rice to absorb most of the liquid before adding more. This process will take about 20-25 minutes while continuously stirring.
- Incorporate Cream: Once the rice is creamy and al dente, reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Mix well and allow it to warm through.
- Final Touches: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and enjoy your creamy, delicious risotto straight from the pot!
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and creaminess.
- Stirring frequently during broth addition helps release the rice’s starch for a creamy texture.
- If avoiding alcohol, skip the white wine and increase broth slightly.
- For a vegetarian option, use vegetable broth.
- The risotto is best served immediately but can be gently reheated with a splash of broth or cream.
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