Verde Chicken Risotto
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!
- 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
- Cotija Cheese
- cilantro
- Jalapeños
- 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.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add butter and onion.
- Turn on to medium heat and add rice, stir until it's lightly toasted.
- Add green sauce.
- Ladle in 1 cup of broth, stir to blend everything together.
- 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.
- Now is the time to cook your chicken, heat grill pan and cook chicken thoroughly.
- The risotto is finished when the rice has absorbed the liquid and isn't crunchy.
- A thick sauce will form and you are ready to serve.
- Place the risotto into serving dishes, top with chicken, cilantro, cheese, jalapeños and drizzle with creamy ranchero finishing sauce.

I was compensated for this recipe, all opinions are my own.
Mami2jcn says
I would make turkey lasagna.
Mami2jcn says
Pinned–https://pinterest.com/pin/400046379371079648/
Sommer @ ASpicyPerspective says
Great recipe and giveaway!
Shawn @ IWYD says
Haha- my friend describes cilantro as tasting like deodorant! I’m like… how do you know what deodorant tastes like?? LOL. This looks awesome!
Elena says
I would make chicken stir fry
Elena says
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D SCHMIDT says
I think I would make a Mexican casserole
D SCHMIDT says
Tweeted
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Madeline says
I’d use the Three Cheese Chicken Florentine and add some extras like zucchini, mushrooms, and olives.
Madeline says
Tweet link: https://twitter.com/shala_darkstone/status/377577891195674624
Erin @ Dinners, Dishes and Desserts says
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.
Jeanette says
Loved watching your video Diane! The music is great!
Susan Smith says
I would try the KRAFT RECIPE MAKERS New England Pot Roast and make Beef Stroganoff.
Susan Smith says
https://twitter.com/susan1215/status/378674940238520320
Carla says
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!
Jessie C. says
I would make Sweet & Sour Meatballs and serve with steamed rice
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Jessie C. says
-https://www.pinterest.com/pin/177329304051325541/
Cassie says
I have been a fool for all-things-verde lately. This rissoto sounds fabulous!
rachel says
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.
Cynthia C says
I would make Bruschetta-Style Pork Chops
Cynthia C says
Tweet
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Lisa Brown says
I would make a tortellini and vegetable dish.
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Stephanie V. says
veggie black bean enchiladas with the three cheese sauce – oh yes please!
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Kiara says
I would use the sauces to make lasagna.
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Margaret Smith says
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.
Margaret Smith says
I tweeted: https://twitter.com/peg42/status/381554932341436416
Thanks so much.
Jimmy says
I would make chicken meatballs and pasta with the chicken bruschetta pasta kit
Michele C says
I would make chicken primavera.
Natalie says
I would make sweet and sour turkey meatballs served over rice.
Cathy Truman says
I would make the Verde Nacho Casserole with chicken breast and fresh tomatoes.
Claudia Davis says
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.
Claudia Davis says
https://twitter.com/davisesq212/status/381628543328718848
Shaina says
Anything with salsa verde needs to happen in my kitchen.
HilLesha says
I’d use it in a casserole. 🙂
kim h says
I would use the Tex Mex Chicken fajitas to make some awesome fajitas!!
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Cindy Merrill says
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.
Scott Martin says
I think I would use it as a base with noodles.
DeeAnn S says
An easy way to go is with the New England Pot Roast Sauce to make beef stroganoff in the crock pot!
Kelly D says
I would make sweet & sour shrimp with pineapple and a side of rice.
Kelly D says
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Anastasia says
I could tweak my old enchilada recipe with the verde enchilada sauce! A new, tasty spin on my old classic 🙂
Anastasia says
Tweeted 🙂 – https://twitter.com/Enter_Now/status/382136420132847616
Jacob LaFountaine says
I’d load up on some honey bbq beef sandwiches with a side of chips
Tina M says
we love chicken. I’d make Three Cheese Chicken Florentine
Tina M says
https://twitter.com/HappyTina0115/status/383388183313924096
Barbara M says
I’d add these sauces to my pasta white bean and spinach dish – thank you.
Barbara M says
Tweet https://twitter.com/JalapenoMama/status/383802106379243520
Allie says
I would make chicken verde enchiladas
Denise S says
I’d use this to jazz up my chicken and veggie stir fry.
Carolyn G says
I would make a veggie lasagna
Tamar says
I’d dress up some macaroni and vegetable saute!
jen gersch says
i would make baked ziti
joni says
I would make a baked mac and cheese with the Three Cheese Chicken Florentine.
Michelle Weaver says
I pinned. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/351210470912005184/
Michelle Weaver says
Tweeted. https://twitter.com/mmweaver2513/status/385425624653123584
Vadim K says
I would make a stir fry with this Kraft sauce or chow mein.
Victor Z says
I would definitely make these egg rolls. Making egg rolls at home has been on my mind for a long time now!
Stephanie Larison says
I would make Sweet & Sour Meatballs along with spaghetti and garlic bread!
Debbie B says
i would like making the three cheese chicken florentine
Debbie B says
i posted a tweet: https://twitter.com/bellows22/status/387408280416305153
Maria Iemma says
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.
Maria Iemma says
My tweet link:
https://twitter.com/sufferngal/status/388023742116286464
Erica Best says
Tex-Mex Chicken Fajita could be used for 2 meal
Erica Best says
https://twitter.com/purplelover04/status/389546332760711169
Rachel says
I could make Tex Mex Chicken Fajita nacho casserole with the recipe starter. YUM!
kjasus says
i would make a creamy shrimp fettuccine
kjasus says
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Lisa Brown says
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ashley c. says
I would use the sweet and sour chicken on some veggie stir fry with diced up chicken
mickeyfan says
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).
Amy Tong says
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.
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Wild Orchid says
I would use the sweet and sour chicken recipe makers to make some sweet and sour meatballs.
Thanks for the chance to win!
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Wild Orchid says
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Diane baum says
My fave is Korean bim bim bop and would use the sauces to “live’en ” it up with taste.
Lisa V. says
I would use in my chicken marinara which includes fresh tomatoes and green peppers from my garden.
Carolsue says
I would make Chicken Chile Verde Nachos! YUM
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Carolsue says
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Emmy says
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maria cantu says
I would use the verde chicken enchilada one to give my enchilada recipe some extra flavor.
LAMusing says
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!
Norma says
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.
crystal smith says
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
Jennifer says
My family would love fajitas!
tina reynolds says
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]
Daniel M says
always wanted to try a sweet n sour pizza
Lauren Flynn says
I’d use the chicken bruschetta pasta recipe maker to simply our romano-encrusted bruschetta pasta dinner- a family fav!
Karen Drake says
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.
Nancy says
I could use the Tex Mex to whip up some easy enchiladas or quesadillas.
Linda G. says
I would make the New England Pot Roast to make a roast,potato,carrots and a yummy gravy in my crock pot
david cosgrove says
I’d make chicken alfredo
Carla S says
I would use the verde chicken enchilada recipe starter to make chicken tostadas.
Carla S says
I pinned it.
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/361836151282794814/
ky2here says
I’d use the sesame ginger for our Thai fusion fried rice.
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Francine Anchondo says
I would use the vedre chicken enchilada sauce in my Chicken Cassorole enchilada recipe
Alicia says
I would try chicken tacos.
Lorena Keech says
I’d use the Sweet & Sour Chicken recipe maker with either pork or shrimp to make a Chinese meal.
Ellie W says
I would use the Tex-Mex Chicken Fajita variety to pep up my Caldo De Pollo.
Ellie W says
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Karen Gonyea says
I would try a turkey lasagna 🙂
chickie brewer says
I would like to make the chicken stir.
Kayla says
I’d use the 3 cheese sauce to make enchiladas.
Gianna says
I would make the Chicken Cacciatore and add mushrooms.
tracey byram says
I’d make stuffed peppers
Chelsea A says
fried tofu and veggies with the sweet & sour chicken one! or the verde chicken risotto you made but sub in tofu instead …!
Chelsea A says
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! 😀
angie lilly says
I think the Verde Chicken Enchiladas sauces would be good mixed into refried beans and then served as a side dish.
angie lilly says
I tweeted here: https://twitter.com/MsTofuFairy/status/394492631956201472
Buddy Garrett says
I would make a sweet and sour chicken dish with rice and water chestnuts.
Betty says
I would like to try the stuffed peppers package
Betty says
and I tweeted
https://twitter.com/bettycd/status/394540203735384064
Betty C says
I would make the New England Pot Roast in my slow cooker and I would have leftovers to make easy burritos the next day.
Betty C says
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Sand says
I would use the Three Cheese Chicken Florentine and bake it as a lasagna.
susan smoaks says
i would make the Shrimp Puttanesca recipe it would be really good
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BusyWorkingMama says
I’d make a pasta bake with fall veggies.
CharityS says
I would use this in my three cheese Italian pockets.
CharityS says
https://twitter.com/ccboobooy/status/394602110211608576
Marcy Strahan says
I would make a Crawfish Noodle cassrole using Three Cheese Chicken Florentine & a package of lite cream cheese & green onions!
Marcy Strahan says
Tweeted
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