Rosemary Chicken on Pea Risotto
with Cheese and Pesto Drizzle
- Milk
- Egg
This Rosemary Chicken on Pea Risotto is a crowd pleaser and is one to get the family round the dinner table for. Super simple to make, and easily customised to suit the kids too.
Ingredients
3
Garlic Clove
175
Risotto Rice
20
Chicken Stock Paste
2
British Chicken Breasts
1
Dried Rosemary
120
Peas
40
Grated Hard Italian Style Cheese
(Contains: Milk, Egg)
32
Fresh Pesto
(Contains: Milk)
Not included in your delivery
500
Water for the Stock
20
Butter
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
Preheat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7.
Boil your kettle, then pour the water for the stock (see pantry for amount) into a measuring jug. Add the chicken stock paste and stir well to combine - this is your chicken stock.
Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).
Heat a drizzle of oil in a large ovenproof pan on medium heat. TIP: If you don't have an ovenproof pan, use a normal saucepan and transfer to an ovenproof dish later.
Once hot, add half the garlic and stir-fry for 30 secs, then add the risotto rice. Stir and cook until the edges of the rice are translucent, 1-2 mins.
Stir in the chicken stock and bring back up to the boil, then pop a lid on the pan (or cover with foil) and bake on the middle shelf of your oven until the rice is cooked and the water has been absorbed, 20-25 mins.
While the risotto bakes, sandwich each chicken breast between two pieces of baking paper or cling film.
Pop onto a board, then give it a bash with the bottom of a saucepan or rolling pin until it’s 1-2cm thick. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw chicken and its packaging.
Pop the chicken into a bowl with the dried rosemary, remaining garlic and a drizzle of oil. Season with salt and pepper, then mix well.
Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, lay in the chicken. Fry until golden brown, 5-6 mins each side. IMPORTANT: The chicken is cooked when no longer pink in the middle.
Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a board, cover with foil and rest for a couple of mins.
When the risotto is cooked, remove it from the oven and mix in the peas, butter (see pantry for amount) and hard Italian style cheese.
Season to taste with salt and pepper if needed. TIP: Add a splash of water to loosen the risotto if needed.
When everything's ready, cut the chicken into 6 slices widthways.
Share the risotto between your bowls and top with the rosemary chicken.
Finish with a drizzle of pesto.
Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Aug 2026- Flavour: The rosemary chicken and pesto drizzle are widely praised, though the risotto can taste a little bland on its own. Adding a squeeze of lemon, a splash of white wine, or an onion at the start can help lift the flavour noticeably.
- Ease of prep: Most find this straightforward and easy to follow, even for first-time risotto makers. Flattening the chicken before cooking is worth the extra step, as it helps it cook evenly and look more generous on the plate.
- Suggestions: Consider cooking the risotto on the hob rather than in the oven for a creamier, more traditional result; several reviewers found this gave better texture and more control. If using the oven method, check it a few minutes early and add a splash of water if needed, as it can turn stodgy or dry out quickly.
- Next-day meals: Leftover risotto reheats well the next day, and some found the flavour had improved overnight.
- Portions: Chicken breast sizes can vary considerably within the same pack, which makes it harder to cook both pieces evenly; pairing or adjusting cooking times for smaller pieces is worth keeping in mind.
