There are plenty of choices for a good risotto out there, but we’re positive we have the winning combination of ingredients that will top the lot! Spiced chicken is combined with courgette in a tomato-based sauce for a hearty and warming meal which is sure to satisfy your tastebuds.
This recipe is under 650kcal per serving.
We’ve replaced the risoni in this recipe with risotto-style rice due to local ingredient availability. It’ll be just as delicious, just follow your recipe card!
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1
courgette
1 packet
chicken breast
1 sachet
Kiwi Spice Blend
1 packet
risotto-style rice
1 sachet
Garlic & Herb Seasoning
1 packet
tomato paste
1 packet
baby leaves
1 packet
Rocket leaves
olive oil
30 g
butter
(Contains Milk; )
1 tsp
brown sugar
drizzle
white wine vinegar
• Boil the kettle. • Half-fill a large saucepan with boiling water and add a generous pinch of salt. • Cook risotto-style rice, uncovered, over high heat, until 'al dente', 7-8 minutes. • Drain and return to saucepan. Reserve some pasta water (1/4 cup for 2 people / 1/2 cup for 4 people).
• Slice courgette into half-moons. Cut chicken breast into 2cm chunks. • In a medium bowl, combine chicken, Kiwi spice blend, a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
• In a large frying, heat a drizzle of olive oil over high heat. When oil is hot, cook chicken and courgette, tossing occasionally, until browned and cooked through, 5-6 minutes. • Add garlic & herb seasoning, tomato paste and the butter, and cook until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. • Add risotto, the brown sugar and the pasta water. Stir to combine and season with a pinch of pepper.
TIP: Chicken is cooked through when it's no longer pink inside.
• In a medium bowl, combine rocket leaves and a drizzle of white wine vinegar and olive oil. Season to taste. • Serve garlicky chicken and courgette risotto for adults portion. • Stir baby leaves through remaining child's portion and serve. • Serve adults portion with rocket salad. Enjoy!
Little cooks: Help wash and toss the salad veggies!