Tomato Herbed Risotto & Seared Chicken - The Spice House

Ingredients

• FOR THE CHICKEN:
• 3 boneless, skin-on chicken breasts
• 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp House Blend Herbs
• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 garlic cloves, smashed
• FOR THE RISOTTO:
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 small onion or large shallot, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup arborio rice
• 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 1/2 tsp House Blend Herbs
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth, warmed
• 1/3 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Optional: lemon zest or chopped parsley for garnish