Mushroom Chicken Risotto paired with FlowState Shiraz
A Cosy Non Alcoholic Wine and Risotto Pairing
Risotto is one of those meals that feels comforting and a little special, but this version keeps things surprisingly simple.
This healthier mushroom chicken risotto is made in one pan with lean chicken, mushrooms, arborio rice and a light cream cheese finish. It is creamy and satisfying without feeling too heavy, with plenty of protein for an easy weeknight dinner.
Paired with a glass of AVEC FlowState Shiraz, it is a cosy dinner with all the ritual of red wine, without the alcohol.
Why FlowState Shiraz Pairs with Mushroom Chicken Risotto
Creamy risotto and earthy mushrooms need a wine with enough depth to complement the dish without overwhelming it.
AVEC FlowState Shiraz is full-bodied, refreshingly dry and gently de-alcoholised, with no added sugar, juice or syrup. Its richer red wine character works beautifully with the savoury mushrooms and chicken, while the dry finish helps balance the creamy risotto.
FlowState Shiraz also contains L-theanine to support calm and clarity, making it a lovely pairing for slowing down over dinner at the end of a busy day.
Ingredients
Serves 4
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 500 g chicken breast, diced
- 200 g mushrooms, sliced
- 250 g pre-seasoned arborio or risotto rice
- Or plain arborio rice seasoned with salt, pepper, mixed herbs and garlic powder
- 1 L chicken bone broth or chicken stock, warmed
- 2 tablespoons light cream cheese
- Fresh parsley, to garnish
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Steamed broccoli, green beans or your favourite vegetables, to serve
- AVEC FlowState Shiraz, to serve
How to Make Mushroom Chicken Risotto
- Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until lightly golden.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and continue cooking until softened.
- Stir through the arborio rice.
- Pour in the warm chicken bone broth or stock.
- Reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for around 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- Stir through the light cream cheese until fully incorporated and creamy.
- Divide between bowls.
- Serve with steamed vegetables and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Pour a glass of FlowState Shiraz and enjoy.
If using plain arborio rice, season it to taste with salt, pepper, mixed herbs and garlic powder before adding the stock.
Watch exactly how this one-pan mushroom risotto comes together in our quick recipe video below.
An Easy Cosy Dinner Pairing
This mushroom chicken risotto pairing is perfect for:
- Cosy winter dinners
- Easy weeknight meals
- Alcohol free date nights at home
- Sunday night dinners
- Cooler evenings
- Anyone looking for a lighter red wine pairing
Because everything comes together in one pan, it delivers the comfort of risotto without turning dinner into a project.
AVEC FlowState Shiraz
AVEC FlowState Shiraz is a full-bodied non alcoholic wine made from a gently de-alcoholised wine base and enhanced with FlowState L-theanine to support calm and clarity.
It has no added sugar, juice or syrup, is refreshingly dry and naturally lower in calories than traditional wine.
Its depth and dry finish make it a natural match for savoury dishes like mushrooms, chicken and creamy risotto.
Serve slightly chilled alongside this healthier mushroom chicken risotto for an easy, alcohol free dinner pairing.
