eCook Meal
Creamy Chicken Risotto
with crispy chicken mince & thyme
Al dente risotto rice is layered with golden pan-fried chicken mince, Italian-style cheese, & white wine. Finished with a flourish of chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.
Serving guide
Choose your portion size.
READY TO MAKE RISOTTO?
Boil the kettle. Dilute the rub with 400ml of boiling water. Place a pot for the risotto over a medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, sweat the diced Onion for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the grated Garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, shifting constantly. Stir through the rice for about 30 seconds. Pour in the wine and simmer until evaporated. Add a ladleful of diluted rub and allow it to be absorbed by gently simmering, stirring regularly. Only add the next ladle of diluted rub when the previous one has been fully absorbed. Repeat this process for 20-25 minutes until the rice is cooked al dente. Add more water if necessary. Season to taste.
MMMMINCE
Place a nonstick pan over a high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, add the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Allow to caramelise for 5-6 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally. Season to taste.
ADD THE RICHNESS
When the risotto is cooked, stir through ½ the caramelised mince, ¾ of the grated hard cheese, and a generous knob of butter (optional). Season with some lemon juice to taste and some seasoning.
AS SIMPLE AS THAT!
Dish up the creamy risotto and top with the remaining Chicken mince and grated hard cheese. Sprinkle over the chopped peppers and chopped parsley. Finish with a drizzle of any remaining lemon juice. Buon appetito, Chef!
READY TO MAKE RISOTTO?
Boil the kettle. Dilute the rub with 800ml of boiling water. Place a pot for the risotto over a medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, sweat the diced Onion for 5-6 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the grated Garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, shifting constantly. Stir through the rice for about a minute. Pour in the wine and simmer until evaporated. Add a ladleful of diluted rub and allow it to be absorbed by gently simmering, stirring regularly. Only add the next ladle of diluted rub when the previous one has been fully absorbed. Repeat this process for 25-30 minutes until the rice is cooked al dente. Add more water if necessary. Season to taste.
MMMMINCE
Place a nonstick pan over a high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, add the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Allow to caramelise for 5-6 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally. Season to taste.
ADD THE RICHNESS
When the risotto is cooked, stir through ½ the caramelised mince, ¾ of the grated hard cheese, and a generous knob of butter (optional). Season with some lemon juice to taste and some seasoning.
AS SIMPLE AS THAT!
Dish up the creamy risotto and top with the remaining Chicken mince and grated hard cheese. Sprinkle over the chopped peppers and chopped parsley. Finish with a drizzle of any remaining lemon juice. Buon appetito, Chef!
READY TO MAKE RISOTTO?
Boil the kettle. Dilute the rub with 1,2L of boiling water. Place a large pot for the risotto over a medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, sweat the diced Onion for 6-8 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the grated Garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, shifting constantly. Stir through the rice for about a minute. Pour in the wine and simmer until evaporated. Add a ladleful of diluted rub and allow it to be absorbed by gently simmering, stirring regularly. Only add the next ladle of diluted rub when the previous one has been fully absorbed. Repeat this process for 30-35 minutes until the rice is cooked al dente. Add more water if necessary. Season to taste.
MMMMINCE
Place a large nonstick pan over a high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, add the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Allow to caramelise for 6-7 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally. Season to taste.
ADD THE RICHNESS
When the risotto is cooked, stir through ½ the caramelised mince, ¾ of the grated hard cheese, and a generous knob of butter (optional). Season with some lemon juice to taste and some seasoning.
AS SIMPLE AS THAT!
Dish up the creamy risotto and top with the remaining Chicken mince and grated hard cheese. Sprinkle over the chopped peppers and chopped parsley. Finish with a drizzle of any remaining lemon juice. Buon appetito, Chef!
READY TO MAKE RISOTTO?
Boil the kettle. Dilute the rub with 1,5L of boiling water. Place a large pot for the risotto over a medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, sweat the diced Onion for 6-8 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the grated Garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, shifting constantly. Stir through the rice for about a minute. Pour in the wine and simmer until evaporated. Add a ladleful of diluted rub and allow it to be absorbed by gently simmering, stirring regularly. Only add the next ladle of diluted rub when the previous one has been fully absorbed. Repeat this process for 30-35 minutes until the rice is cooked al dente. Add more water if necessary. Season to taste.
MMMMINCE
Place a large nonstick pan over a high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, add the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Allow to caramelise for 6-7 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally. Season to taste.
ADD THE RICHNESS
When the risotto is cooked, stir through ½ the caramelised mince, ¾ of the grated hard cheese, and a generous knob of butter (optional). Season with some lemon juice to taste and some seasoning.
AS SIMPLE AS THAT!
Dish up the creamy risotto and top with the remaining Chicken mince and grated hard cheese. Sprinkle over the chopped peppers and chopped parsley. Finish with a drizzle of any remaining lemon juice. Buon appetito, Chef!
Budget
What this meal costs at Woolies.
Estimated Woolies cost
R282.04
for 4 servings · R70.51 per serving
Pro-rated from each product's pack size. Effectively used; not the full pack price.
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Risotto Rice needs 400 mlRisotto Rice 1 kg R89.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R89.99
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Lemon Juice needs 40 mlLemon Juice 500 ml 500 ml at R29.99 · 8% of packR2.40
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Garlic Cloves needs 2Baby Potatoes with Garlic & Herb Butter 350 g R22.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R22.99
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Chicken Mince needs 600 gFree Range Chicken Mince 1 kg 1 kg at R129.99 · 60% of packR77.99
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Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese needs 80 mlPlantLove™ Dairy Free Macadamia Nut Based Grated Hard Cheese 60 g R39.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R39.99
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Onions needs 2Cheese and Onion Rings and Balls Maize Snack 25 g R6.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R6.99
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White Wine needs 200 mlWhite Wine Vinegar 250 ml 250 ml at R44.99 · 80% of packR35.99
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Fresh Parsley needs 15 gGarlic and Parsley Bruschetta 150 g 150 g at R56.99 · 10% of packR5.70
Not in the Woolies basket — source these elsewhere:
- Pickled Bell Peppers
- NOMU Italian Rub
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Creamy Chicken Risotto?
The preparation time for Creamy Chicken Risotto with crispy chicken mince & thyme is between 15 and 35 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Creamy Chicken Risotto with crispy chicken mince & thyme?
The total time required to make Creamy Chicken Risotto with crispy chicken mince & thyme is between 45 and 60 minutes.
How many servings does Creamy Chicken Risotto provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Creamy Chicken Risotto?
Chicken, Chicken Mince, Garlic, Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese, Lemon Juice, NOMU Italian Rub, Onion, Parsley, Pickled Bell Peppers, Risotto Rice, White Wine
What is the nutritional information of Creamy Chicken Risotto?
Calories: 680, Carbs: 82 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 38.5 grams, Sugar: 10.3 grams, Salt: 864 grams
How do I prepare Creamy Chicken Risotto?
ADD THE RICHNESS: When the risotto is cooked, stir through ½ the caramelised mince, ¾ of the grated hard cheese, and a generous knob of butter (optional). Season with some lemon juice to taste and some seasoning. MMMMINCE: Place a nonstick pan over a high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, add the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Allow to caramelise for 5-6 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally. Season to taste. READY TO MAKE RISOTTO?: Boil the kettle. Dilute the rub with 800ml of boiling water. Place a pot for the risotto over a medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, sweat the diced onion for 5-6 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the grated garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, shifting constantly. Stir through the rice for about a minute. Pour in the wine and simmer until evaporated. Add a ladleful of diluted rub and allow it to be absorbed by gently simmering, stirring regularly. Only add the next ladle of diluted rub when the previous one has been fully absorbed. Repeat this process for 25-30 minutes until the rice is cooked al dente. Add more water if necessary. Season to taste. AS SIMPLE AS THAT!: Dish up the creamy risotto and top with the remaining chicken mince and grated hard cheese. Sprinkle over the chopped peppers and chopped parsley. Finish with a drizzle of any remaining lemon juice. Buon appetito, Chef!
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Creamy Chicken Risotto?
Chicken, Chicken Mince, Garlic, Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese, Lemon Juice, NOMU Italian Rub, Onion, Parsley, Pickled Bell Peppers, Risotto Rice, White Wine
How many calories does Creamy Chicken Risotto have?
680 calories
How much fat content does Creamy Chicken Risotto have?
grams