Creamy Ham and Corn Risotto
Chewy bites of ham, velvety risotto and the subtle sweetness of corn make this Creamy Ham and Risotto a dinnertime favorite! One skillet and 30 minutes are all it takes to get this busy weeknight dish to the table!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small red onion
- 4 cloves garlic chopped (2 teaspoons)
- 3 cups Arborio rice uncooked
- 1 cup white wine or chicken broth
- 8 cups chicken stock divided
- 12 ounces corn kernels frozen, thawed
- 2 cups smoked ham trimmed of any visible fat
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese shredded, about 2 cups
- 1 tbsp dried chives plus more for garnish
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese shredded
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large, heavy saucepan over medium-high heat until oil is shimmering. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally for 1-2 minutes or until onion is translucent.
- Add the rice and cook, continuing to stir until rice becomes opaque, another 2 to 4 minutes. Add the wine (or broth) and stir until the liquid is absorbed, 1 - 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium.
- Add 2 cups of stock and cook, stirring until absorbed, 5 - 6 minutes. Repeat 2 more times. Add the remaining cup stock and corn and cook, stirring, until rice is tender and corn is heated thru, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in the ham and cook 1 - 2 minutes until warmed through. Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted. Stir in chives. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately topped with additional chives.
Chef Tips
Using wine in cooking is optional...substitute broth in this recipe if not using dry white wine.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Creamy Ham and Corn Risotto
Amount per Serving
Calories
633
% Daily Value*
Fat
20
g
31
%
Saturated Fat
9
g
56
%
Cholesterol
62
mg
21
%
Sodium
1218
mg
53
%
Potassium
563
mg
16
%
Carbohydrates
79
g
26
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
6
g
7
%
Protein
29
g
58
%
Vitamin A
376
IU
8
%
Vitamin C
3
mg
4
%
Calcium
302
mg
30
%
Iron
5
mg
28
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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