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Verde Chicken Risotto

September 10, 2013

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Verde Chicken Risotto

verde chicken risotto @createdbydiane

Well it’s back to school around here and that means…

crazy weeknight schedules…

dinners need to be easy and loved by all.

 

I think it’s funny when you have a conversation about something and then a day later it seems like your having the same conversation with someone else.

That happened to me last week….about cilantro.

I love cilantro and buy a few bunches each week.

I would say my family likes it, but one of mine prefers not to see large pieces placed on top of their dinner, but mixed in is ok.

Solution, I don’t put the plate I took a photo of where said child sits.

I’ve heard people describe cilantro as having a soapy taste, I really have no idea what they are talking about.

I’ve tried growing my own cilantro, but haven’t had much luck and think I’d have to have a whole acre full to be sure I had some as I’m sure most plants wouldn’t survive my black thumb.

I often end up putting the bag full of cilantro in the crisper, but when I remember to store it like a bouquet of flowers in a glass jar on the top shelf it really does seem to last longer. Since use it often, I don’t have it go to waste too often though.

Onto the risotto…

and I have a video to share with you of me making this risotto, it goes step by step so if you haven’t made risotto before, you’ll get to see how to make it and be able to recreate easily.

 

So who is ready for to make risotto now?

 

I wish you could smell how wonderful the kitchen aroma was, my videographer couldn’t wait for me to give him a bowl full. Special thanks to my little guy who did a wonderful job!


Verde Chicken Risotto
 
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Ingredients
  • 6-8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 onion diced
  • 1 1/2 cup Arborio Rice
  • 1 12-16 oz jar tomatillo, salsa verde (or green any Mexican green sauce)
  • 2 chicken breasts
Garnish
  • Cotija Cheese
  • cilantro
  • Jalapeños
Instructions
  1. Heat chicken broth in large pan, having it hot will prevent the risotto from cooling off each time you ladle the broth into the hot pan.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add butter and onion.
  3. Turn on to medium heat and add rice, stir until it's lightly toasted.
  4. Add green sauce.
  5. Ladle in 1 cup of broth, stir to blend everything together.
  6. As the rice absorbs the broth you will ladle in a cup of broth at a time and keep stirring. This part takes about 20 minutes or so.
  7. Now is the time to cook your chicken, heat grill pan and cook chicken thoroughly.
  8. The risotto is finished when the rice has absorbed the liquid and isn't crunchy.
  9. A thick sauce will form and you are ready to serve.
  10. Place the risotto into serving dishes, top with chicken, cilantro, cheese, jalapeños and drizzle with creamy ranchero finishing sauce.
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verde chicken risotto @createdbydiane

I was compensated for this recipe, all opinions are my own.

 

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  1. Mami2jcn says

    September 10, 2013 at 7:31 am

    I would make turkey lasagna.

    Reply
  2. Mami2jcn says

    September 10, 2013 at 7:32 am

    Pinned–https://pinterest.com/pin/400046379371079648/

    Reply
  3. Sommer @ ASpicyPerspective says

    September 10, 2013 at 9:06 am

    Great recipe and giveaway!

    Reply
  4. Shawn @ IWYD says

    September 10, 2013 at 9:34 am

    Haha- my friend describes cilantro as tasting like deodorant! I’m like… how do you know what deodorant tastes like?? LOL. This looks awesome!

    Reply
  5. Elena says

    September 10, 2013 at 2:07 pm

    I would make chicken stir fry

    Reply
  6. Elena says

    September 10, 2013 at 2:09 pm

    https://pinterest.com/pin/113715959314776498/

    Reply
  7. D SCHMIDT says

    September 10, 2013 at 4:25 pm

    I think I would make a Mexican casserole

    Reply
  8. D SCHMIDT says

    September 10, 2013 at 4:26 pm

    Tweeted
    https://twitter.com/mummytotwoboys1/status/377573556462174208

    Reply
  9. Madeline says

    September 10, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    I’d use the Three Cheese Chicken Florentine and add some extras like zucchini, mushrooms, and olives.

    Reply
  10. Madeline says

    September 10, 2013 at 4:46 pm

    Tweet link: https://twitter.com/shala_darkstone/status/377577891195674624

    Reply
  11. Erin @ Dinners, Dishes and Desserts says

    September 12, 2013 at 6:36 pm

    What a great recipe – you got super creative! My husband has a theory that certain people have certain receptors on their taste buds, and that is why those people experience the soapy taste with cilantro, and others don’t. He is basing this off something else for a different food he heard about, so maybe he is on to something.

    Reply
  12. Jeanette says

    September 13, 2013 at 5:56 am

    Loved watching your video Diane! The music is great!

    Reply
  13. Susan Smith says

    September 13, 2013 at 5:21 pm

    I would try the KRAFT RECIPE MAKERS New England Pot Roast and make Beef Stroganoff.

    Reply
  14. Susan Smith says

    September 13, 2013 at 5:22 pm

    https://twitter.com/susan1215/status/378674940238520320

    Reply
  15. Carla says

    September 14, 2013 at 6:54 am

    Mmm I love risotto and cilantro! Risotto is much easier than what people think. The key is not getting distracted. Definite cilantro lover here. If I won, I would make this dish first!

    Reply
  16. Jessie C. says

    September 15, 2013 at 8:27 pm

    I would make Sweet & Sour Meatballs and serve with steamed rice
    tcarolinep at gmail dot com

    Reply
  17. Jessie C. says

    September 15, 2013 at 8:27 pm

    -https://www.pinterest.com/pin/177329304051325541/

    Reply
  18. Cassie says

    September 16, 2013 at 10:21 am

    I have been a fool for all-things-verde lately. This rissoto sounds fabulous!

    Reply
  19. rachel says

    September 16, 2013 at 1:07 pm

    I’d use it on a busy night — maybe even whip up something in a crockpot. I’m sure they have a recipe maker that’s adaptable.

    Reply
  20. Cynthia C says

    September 17, 2013 at 9:56 am

    I would make Bruschetta-Style Pork Chops

    Reply
  21. Cynthia C says

    September 17, 2013 at 9:58 am

    Tweet
    https://twitter.com/clc408/status/380012884039712768

    Reply
  22. Lisa Brown says

    September 19, 2013 at 10:34 am

    I would make a tortellini and vegetable dish.
    jslbrown_03 at yahoo dot com

    Reply
  23. Stephanie V. says

    September 21, 2013 at 3:17 pm

    veggie black bean enchiladas with the three cheese sauce – oh yes please!
    tvollowitz at aol dot com

    Reply
  24. Kiara says

    September 21, 2013 at 3:23 pm

    I would use the sauces to make lasagna.
    [email protected]

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  25. Margaret Smith says

    September 21, 2013 at 4:05 pm

    I would like to try the Sweet & Sour chicken and I would add in water chestnuts & green and red bell peppers. I’d serve this ontop of rice.
    Thanks so much.

    Reply
  26. Margaret Smith says

    September 21, 2013 at 4:06 pm

    I tweeted: https://twitter.com/peg42/status/381554932341436416
    Thanks so much.

    Reply
  27. Jimmy says

    September 21, 2013 at 4:06 pm

    I would make chicken meatballs and pasta with the chicken bruschetta pasta kit

    Reply
  28. Michele C says

    September 21, 2013 at 4:29 pm

    I would make chicken primavera.

    Reply
  29. Natalie says

    September 21, 2013 at 4:33 pm

    I would make sweet and sour turkey meatballs served over rice.

    Reply
  30. Cathy Truman says

    September 21, 2013 at 6:43 pm

    I would make the Verde Nacho Casserole with chicken breast and fresh tomatoes.

    Reply
  31. Claudia Davis says

    September 21, 2013 at 8:57 pm

    I think anything with an asian flavor (asian fish tacos box) to it works so well with salmon. I would marinade the salmon for about an hour in the fridge (not longer because then it starts to actually cook) and place it on the grill for some smokey flavor. I would add some sauteed julienne veggies (yellow, green and red bell peppers as well as carrots and some mushrooms) to soba noodles as a side dish for the meal adding some of the marinade to the noodles to complement the fish.

    Reply
  32. Claudia Davis says

    September 21, 2013 at 8:59 pm

    https://twitter.com/davisesq212/status/381628543328718848

    Reply
  33. Shaina says

    September 21, 2013 at 9:21 pm

    Anything with salsa verde needs to happen in my kitchen.

    Reply
  34. HilLesha says

    September 22, 2013 at 7:27 am

    I’d use it in a casserole. 🙂

    Reply
  35. kim h says

    September 22, 2013 at 8:05 am

    I would use the Tex Mex Chicken fajitas to make some awesome fajitas!!
    [email protected]

    Reply
  36. Cindy Merrill says

    September 22, 2013 at 8:19 am

    I would use the Kraft Recipe makers Verde Chicken Enchiladas for flavoring my white bean and chicken stew, which I sadly admit is quite flat, though very filling. My family would love the additional tastes.

    Reply
  37. Scott Martin says

    September 22, 2013 at 8:51 am

    I think I would use it as a base with noodles.

    Reply
  38. DeeAnn S says

    September 22, 2013 at 9:03 am

    An easy way to go is with the New England Pot Roast Sauce to make beef stroganoff in the crock pot!

    Reply
  39. Kelly D says

    September 22, 2013 at 3:37 pm

    I would make sweet & sour shrimp with pineapple and a side of rice.

    Reply
  40. Kelly D says

    September 22, 2013 at 3:39 pm

    tweet
    https://twitter.com/Kellydinpa/status/381910460280213505

    Reply
  41. Anastasia says

    September 23, 2013 at 6:36 am

    I could tweak my old enchilada recipe with the verde enchilada sauce! A new, tasty spin on my old classic 🙂

    Reply
  42. Anastasia says

    September 23, 2013 at 6:37 am

    Tweeted 🙂 – https://twitter.com/Enter_Now/status/382136420132847616

    Reply
  43. Jacob LaFountaine says

    September 25, 2013 at 6:43 pm

    I’d load up on some honey bbq beef sandwiches with a side of chips

    Reply
  44. Tina M says

    September 26, 2013 at 5:30 pm

    we love chicken. I’d make Three Cheese Chicken Florentine

    Reply
  45. Tina M says

    September 26, 2013 at 5:30 pm

    https://twitter.com/HappyTina0115/status/383388183313924096

    Reply
  46. Barbara M says

    September 27, 2013 at 8:56 pm

    I’d add these sauces to my pasta white bean and spinach dish – thank you.

    Reply
  47. Barbara M says

    September 27, 2013 at 8:57 pm

    Tweet https://twitter.com/JalapenoMama/status/383802106379243520

    Reply
  48. Allie says

    September 27, 2013 at 10:01 pm

    I would make chicken verde enchiladas

    Reply
  49. Denise S says

    September 28, 2013 at 12:41 pm

    I’d use this to jazz up my chicken and veggie stir fry.

    Reply
  50. Carolyn G says

    September 28, 2013 at 5:03 pm

    I would make a veggie lasagna

    Reply
  51. Tamar says

    September 28, 2013 at 6:57 pm

    I’d dress up some macaroni and vegetable saute!

    Reply
  52. jen gersch says

    September 30, 2013 at 9:59 am

    i would make baked ziti

    Reply
  53. joni says

    September 30, 2013 at 9:27 pm

    I would make a baked mac and cheese with the Three Cheese Chicken Florentine.

    Reply
  54. Michelle Weaver says

    October 2, 2013 at 8:25 am

    I pinned. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/351210470912005184/

    Reply
  55. Michelle Weaver says

    October 2, 2013 at 8:27 am

    Tweeted. https://twitter.com/mmweaver2513/status/385425624653123584

    Reply
  56. Vadim K says

    October 3, 2013 at 3:16 pm

    I would make a stir fry with this Kraft sauce or chow mein.

    Reply
  57. Victor Z says

    October 3, 2013 at 3:18 pm

    I would definitely make these egg rolls. Making egg rolls at home has been on my mind for a long time now!

    Reply
  58. Stephanie Larison says

    October 3, 2013 at 7:56 pm

    I would make Sweet & Sour Meatballs along with spaghetti and garlic bread!

    Reply
  59. Debbie B says

    October 7, 2013 at 7:45 pm

    i would like making the three cheese chicken florentine

    Reply
  60. Debbie B says

    October 7, 2013 at 7:46 pm

    i posted a tweet: https://twitter.com/bellows22/status/387408280416305153

    Reply
  61. Maria Iemma says

    October 9, 2013 at 12:30 pm

    I am not sure if my cooking skills are up to making a risotto however your recipe looks fascinating to me and so delicious…I will try it.

    Reply
  62. Maria Iemma says

    October 9, 2013 at 12:31 pm

    My tweet link:
    https://twitter.com/sufferngal/status/388023742116286464

    Reply
  63. Erica Best says

    October 13, 2013 at 5:24 pm

    Tex-Mex Chicken Fajita could be used for 2 meal

    Reply
  64. Erica Best says

    October 13, 2013 at 5:29 pm

    https://twitter.com/purplelover04/status/389546332760711169

    Reply
  65. Rachel says

    October 13, 2013 at 8:32 pm

    I could make Tex Mex Chicken Fajita nacho casserole with the recipe starter. YUM!

    Reply
  66. kjasus says

    October 14, 2013 at 7:32 am

    i would make a creamy shrimp fettuccine

    Reply
  67. kjasus says

    October 14, 2013 at 7:34 am

    tweet
    https://twitter.com/raggammuffin/status/389761016403603456

    Reply
  68. Lisa Brown says

    October 14, 2013 at 1:56 pm

    tweet – https://twitter.com/LuLu_Brown24/status/389857209732968448
    jslbrown_03 at yahoo dot com

    Reply
  69. ashley c. says

    October 16, 2013 at 2:10 pm

    I would use the sweet and sour chicken on some veggie stir fry with diced up chicken

    Reply
  70. mickeyfan says

    October 19, 2013 at 9:18 pm

    I do a lot of pasta bakes and think the 3 cheese chicken Florentine would really jazz that up (typically, I use hamburger and marinara).

    Reply
  71. Amy Tong says

    October 19, 2013 at 10:27 pm

    Totally in love with your verde chicken risotto recipe. Really enjoy your video. 🙂 I would use these sauces to make some lasagna. Going to save lots of time for weeknight meals.

    amy [at] utry [dot] it

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  72. Amy Tong says

    October 19, 2013 at 10:29 pm

    tweeted:

    https://twitter.com/uTry_it/status/391798155110408192

    amy [at] utry [dot] it

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  73. Wild Orchid says

    October 20, 2013 at 10:47 am

    I would use the sweet and sour chicken recipe makers to make some sweet and sour meatballs.

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    wildorchid985 at gmail dot com

    Reply
  74. Wild Orchid says

    October 20, 2013 at 10:48 am

    tweet–https://twitter.com/WildOrchid985/status/391984233280839683

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  75. Diane baum says

    October 21, 2013 at 10:17 am

    My fave is Korean bim bim bop and would use the sauces to “live’en ” it up with taste.

    Reply
  76. Lisa V. says

    October 21, 2013 at 10:21 am

    I would use in my chicken marinara which includes fresh tomatoes and green peppers from my garden.

    Reply
  77. Carolsue says

    October 21, 2013 at 6:34 pm

    I would make Chicken Chile Verde Nachos! YUM
    Digicats {at} Sbcglobal {dot} Net

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  78. Carolsue says

    October 21, 2013 at 6:35 pm

    Tweeted
    https://twitter.com/MsCarolsueA/status/392463804384034816
    Digicats {at} Sbcglobal {dot} Net

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  79. Emmy says

    October 21, 2013 at 7:51 pm

    https://www.pinterest.com/pin/250512797996018671/

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  80. maria cantu says

    October 22, 2013 at 1:43 pm

    I would use the verde chicken enchilada one to give my enchilada recipe some extra flavor.

    Reply
  81. LAMusing says

    October 24, 2013 at 10:49 pm

    I’d take the Sweet and Sour chicken kit – add some tomato sauce and brown sugar and use it for sweet and sour BBQ lamb ribs!

    Reply
  82. Norma says

    October 24, 2013 at 10:52 pm

    The lemon oregano sauce in the Chicken Cacciatore could also be used for grilled greek chicken breasts sprinkled with feta. I’d use the other sauce on pasta, add zucchini or eggplant and bake the whole thing as a casserole.

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  83. crystal smith says

    October 25, 2013 at 5:58 am

    Id like to try to make mac and cheese a little more special y baking it with their Three Cheese Florentine..maybe add some bacon? Im still new to cooking so Im not too creative or fancy yet lol

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  84. Jennifer says

    October 25, 2013 at 7:17 am

    My family would love fajitas!

    Reply
  85. tina reynolds says

    October 25, 2013 at 8:39 am

    I would make the verde chicken enchilada’s my husband and boys would go crazy for that one I bet. thanks for the chance to win [email protected]

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  86. Daniel M says

    October 25, 2013 at 4:52 pm

    always wanted to try a sweet n sour pizza

    Reply
  87. Lauren Flynn says

    October 25, 2013 at 8:34 pm

    I’d use the chicken bruschetta pasta recipe maker to simply our romano-encrusted bruschetta pasta dinner- a family fav!

    Reply
  88. Karen Drake says

    October 26, 2013 at 5:26 am

    I would make taco casserole. Brown one pound of ground beef, add one can of chilli beans, one packet of KRAFT RECIPE MAKERS Tex-Mex Fajita Skillet mix, simmer 5 minutes, line a casserole dish with frito corn chips, pour the meat mixture over the top, add a layer of sour cream, top with green onions, chopped tomato, sprinkle Kraft shredded cheese over the top and bake 15 minutes at 350 degrees.

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  89. Nancy says

    October 26, 2013 at 7:34 am

    I could use the Tex Mex to whip up some easy enchiladas or quesadillas.

    Reply
  90. Linda G. says

    October 26, 2013 at 7:39 am

    I would make the New England Pot Roast to make a roast,potato,carrots and a yummy gravy in my crock pot

    Reply
  91. david cosgrove says

    October 26, 2013 at 10:39 am

    I’d make chicken alfredo

    Reply
  92. Carla S says

    October 26, 2013 at 11:22 am

    I would use the verde chicken enchilada recipe starter to make chicken tostadas.

    Reply
  93. Carla S says

    October 26, 2013 at 11:23 am

    I pinned it.
    https://www.pinterest.com/pin/361836151282794814/

    Reply
  94. ky2here says

    October 26, 2013 at 12:25 pm

    I’d use the sesame ginger for our Thai fusion fried rice.

    ky2here at msn dot com

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  95. Francine Anchondo says

    October 26, 2013 at 2:31 pm

    I would use the vedre chicken enchilada sauce in my Chicken Cassorole enchilada recipe

    Reply
  96. Alicia says

    October 26, 2013 at 3:53 pm

    I would try chicken tacos.

    Reply
  97. Lorena Keech says

    October 26, 2013 at 5:26 pm

    I’d use the Sweet & Sour Chicken recipe maker with either pork or shrimp to make a Chinese meal.

    Reply
  98. Ellie W says

    October 26, 2013 at 5:49 pm

    I would use the Tex-Mex Chicken Fajita variety to pep up my Caldo De Pollo.

    Reply
  99. Ellie W says

    October 26, 2013 at 5:50 pm

    tweeted
    https://twitter.com/eswright18/status/394264486535634944

    Reply
  100. Karen Gonyea says

    October 26, 2013 at 5:59 pm

    I would try a turkey lasagna 🙂

    Reply
  101. chickie brewer says

    October 26, 2013 at 8:47 pm

    I would like to make the chicken stir.

    Reply
  102. Kayla says

    October 26, 2013 at 8:55 pm

    I’d use the 3 cheese sauce to make enchiladas.

    Reply
  103. Gianna says

    October 26, 2013 at 11:00 pm

    I would make the Chicken Cacciatore and add mushrooms.

    Reply
  104. tracey byram says

    October 27, 2013 at 2:29 am

    I’d make stuffed peppers

    Reply
  105. Chelsea A says

    October 27, 2013 at 7:53 am

    fried tofu and veggies with the sweet & sour chicken one! or the verde chicken risotto you made but sub in tofu instead …!

    Reply
    • Chelsea A says

      October 27, 2013 at 7:55 am

      I tweeted for another entry:
      https://twitter.com/whatasock/status/394477375439646721

      Oh, and another note … the “soapy” taste some people talk about with cilantro is actually a genetic mutation in some people’s taste buds! To most people it tastes great, but some people’s genes went awry … It happens to a few other foods, too, like celery and cucumber. Too bad for them! More cilantro for the rest of us! 😀

  106. angie lilly says

    October 27, 2013 at 8:57 am

    I think the Verde Chicken Enchiladas sauces would be good mixed into refried beans and then served as a side dish.

    Reply
  107. angie lilly says

    October 27, 2013 at 8:58 am

    I tweeted here: https://twitter.com/MsTofuFairy/status/394492631956201472

    Reply
  108. Buddy Garrett says

    October 27, 2013 at 10:29 am

    I would make a sweet and sour chicken dish with rice and water chestnuts.

    Reply
  109. Betty says

    October 27, 2013 at 12:05 pm

    I would like to try the stuffed peppers package

    Reply
  110. Betty says

    October 27, 2013 at 12:06 pm

    and I tweeted
    https://twitter.com/bettycd/status/394540203735384064

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  111. Betty C says

    October 27, 2013 at 2:06 pm

    I would make the New England Pot Roast in my slow cooker and I would have leftovers to make easy burritos the next day.

    Reply
  112. Betty C says

    October 27, 2013 at 2:08 pm

    Pinned – https://www.pinterest.com/pin/122089839871997912/

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  113. Sand says

    October 27, 2013 at 2:23 pm

    I would use the Three Cheese Chicken Florentine and bake it as a lasagna.

    Reply
  114. susan smoaks says

    October 27, 2013 at 2:57 pm

    i would make the Shrimp Puttanesca recipe it would be really good
    susansmoaks at gmail dot com

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  115. BusyWorkingMama says

    October 27, 2013 at 3:45 pm

    I’d make a pasta bake with fall veggies.

    Reply
  116. CharityS says

    October 27, 2013 at 4:10 pm

    I would use this in my three cheese Italian pockets.

    Reply
  117. CharityS says

    October 27, 2013 at 4:10 pm

    https://twitter.com/ccboobooy/status/394602110211608576

    Reply
  118. Marcy Strahan says

    October 27, 2013 at 5:32 pm

    I would make a Crawfish Noodle cassrole using Three Cheese Chicken Florentine & a package of lite cream cheese & green onions!

    Reply
  119. Marcy Strahan says

    October 27, 2013 at 5:33 pm

    Tweeted
    https://twitter.com/ZESTYWONDERLAND/status/394622902839951360

    Reply

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