By Becky Hardin
Updated Mar 5, 2025
This Oven Baked Risotto is a rich, creamy, and flavorful Italian rice dish. I love my version of making risotto that tastes traditional but takes away the constant standing and stirring. Trust me, you’ll love this easy recipe made with simple ingredients, making it a BEST meal on busy weeknights!
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“I didn’t know you could cook risotto in the oven! Definitely giving this a try!” -Taylor
Oven Baked Risotto Recipe
I really can’t wait for you to give this oven baked risotto a go! It is a one pot, dump-and-leave-it dish. It’s so creamy, and by finishing it off with Parmesan, tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves, it becomes a fresh and delicious meal! All you need is your trusty dutch oven and fifteen minutes prep time. I know you’ll love my no-stir risotto recipe!
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- ▢ 1½ cups Arborio rice
- ▢ 5 cups chicken stock divided (homemade, if available)
- ▢ 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ▢ ½ cup dry white wine
- ▢ 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ▢ 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ▢ 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ▢ ½ pint tomatoes quartered
For garnish:
- ▢ 2-3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
- ▢ shaved Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F and spray a Dutch oven with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pour the rice and 4 cups chicken stock in the Dutch oven and stir. Cover and bake at 350°F for 45 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed. At this point, the rice should be cooked to al dente. 1½ cups Arborio rice, 5 cups chicken stock
- Remove the rice from the oven and add Parmesan cheese, wine, butter, salt, black pepper, tomatoes and the remaining 1-cup chicken stock. Gently mix. 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, ½ cup dry white wine, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, ½ pint tomatoes
- Sprinkle with chopped basil and shaved Parmesan and serve while hot. 2-3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves, shaved Parmesan cheese
Becky’s Tips
- Be sure to spray the dutch oven with non-stick cooking spray before adding the ingredients.
- Use a low-sodium broth or make your own broth .
- Arborio rice is the only rice you should be using in this recipe, it’s widely available and I insist you don’t substitute it!
- The fresh tomatoes and basil leaves added at the end really lift the flavor and color of this dish—use the freshest you can find.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Store
Transfer any leftover risotto to an airtight container and refrigerate for 3-5 days. It may thicken. Add vegetable/chicken stock while reheating on stovetop and adjust consistency.
I don’t recommend freezing it.
What to serve with Oven Baked Risotto
You can serve this risotto as a main dish if you wish, but I much more prefer serving it as a side. I love serving it alongside my Crispy Garlic Roasted Asparagus or Roasted Green Beans and with some protein. This dish is at its best when served immediately, so plan accordingly.
more delicious rice recipes to try
Chicken Broccoli Cheese Rice Casserole
Spiced Rice Pilaf with Apples and Raisins
Turkey Rice Casserole
Broccoli Rice Casserole
Broccoli Cheese Rice Casserole (Green Rice Casserole)
Chicken and Rice (Stovetop)
Wild Rice Sausage Stuffing Recipe
Easy Mexican Rice Recipe
Oven Baked Parmesan Risotto Recipe
Ingredients
- 1½ cups Arborio rice
- 5 cups chicken stock divided (homemade, if available)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ pint tomatoes quartered
For garnish:
- 2-3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
- shaved Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F and spray a Dutch oven with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pour the rice and 4 cups chicken stock in the Dutch oven and stir. Cover and bake at 350°F for 45 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed. At this point, the rice should be cooked to al dente. 1½ cups Arborio rice, 5 cups chicken stock
- Remove the rice from the oven and add Parmesan cheese, wine, butter, salt, black pepper, tomatoes and the remaining 1-cup chicken stock. Gently mix. 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, ½ cup dry white wine, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, ½ pint tomatoes
- Sprinkle with chopped basil and shaved Parmesan and serve while hot. 2-3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves, shaved Parmesan cheese
Notes
- Be sure to spray the dutch oven with non-stick cooking spray before adding the ingredients.
- Use a low-sodium broth or make your own broth .
- Arborio rice is the only rice you should be using in this recipe, it’s widely available and I insist you don’t substitute it!
- The fresh tomatoes and basil leaves added at the end really lift the flavor and color of this dish—use the freshest you can find.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
