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Mushroom Barley Risotto

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: barley, mushroom, risotto
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 2 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1/2 tsp salt

For the Risotto:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 large yellow onion finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 lb cremini mushrooms dried
  • 1 tsp rosemary dried
  • 1 cup pearl barley
  • 1 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated (plus more for garnish)
  • chives for garnish (optional)