Tomato-Basil and Chicken Sausage Risotto

October 06, 2015

This Tomato-Basil and Chicken Sausage Risotto is a delicious and hearty main course perfect for any time of the year.

58 oz. less-sodium, fat free chicken broth
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil + 2 teaspoons
1 cup minced sweet onion
2 cups Arborio rice (not rinsed)
1 cup white wine (preferably Pinot Grigio)
1 (14 oz.) package sweet Italian chicken sausage, casings removed
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
1/3 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Chopped fresh basil for garnish if desired

Warm chicken broth in a pot over medium to medium-high heat. Heat butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a wide pan until butter is melted. Add the onion and cook over medium heat until it becomes...
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Nutritions

Calories
735

Sodium
424mg
17% DV

Fat
23g
35% DV

Protein
19g
39% DV

Carbs
107g
36% DV

Fiber
4g
17% DV

PER SERVING ^*

% DAILY VALUE^*

Fat

Saturated Fat 12g 62%

Polysaturated Fat 1g 11%

Monosaturated Fat 8g 55%

Cholesterol 61mg 20%

Sodium 424mg 17%

Potassium 587mg 16%

Protein 19g 39%

% DAILY VALUE^*

Total Carbohydrate

Fiber 4g 17%

Sugar 52g 105%

Vitamin A 951IU 19%

Vitamin B6 0.33mg 16%

Vitamin C 12mg 20%

Calcium 521mg 52%

Iron 3mg 19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.