Skillet Chicken Risotto - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 to 3 lb. chicken, cut-up
2 Tbsp. oil
3/4 c. long grain rice, uncooked
1/2 c. chopped onion
2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. poultry seasoning
8 oz. fresh mushrooms, sliced (3 c.)
4 medium carrots, bias cut, 1/2-inch thick (2 c.)
2 c. water
paprika
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

In 10-inch skillet, brown chicken on all sides in hot oil, about 15 minutes.
Remove chicken pieces.
Drain all but 2 tablespoons fat.
Add rice, onion, salt and poultry seasoning. Cook and stir until rice is lightly browned.
Add mushrooms, carrots and water.
Place chicken on top of rice mixture.
Season chicken with additional salt and pepper.
Sprinkle with paprika, cover and simmer 45 minutes or until chicken and rice are tender. Serves 4 to 6.