Chicken Bolognese Pasta Sauce
Transform your pasta nights with this hearty and flavorful Chicken Bolognese Pasta Sauce, a lighter twist on the classic Italian favorite. Featuring tender ground chicken, a medley of finely diced vegetables, and a rich tomato base enhanced with milk for a velvety finish, this sauce is simmered to perfection for maximum depth of flavor. Infused with aromatic dried oregano and basil and a subtle kick of optional red pepper flakes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with any pasta of your choice. Ready in just over an hour, it's an ideal family-friendly dish for cozy weeknights or casual entertaining. Don’t forget to top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and parsley for an irresistible finishing touch! Perfect for those searching for a homemade, healthy, and comforting pasta sauce recipe to elevate their dinner game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 medium carrot, finely diced
- 1 medium celery stalk, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- as needed grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
- as needed fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely diced onion, carrot, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground chicken to the pan. Cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until the chicken is fully browned and no longer pink.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
Add the milk, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the sauce cook for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Serve the Chicken Bolognese sauce over your favorite pasta. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.
Enjoy your homemade delicious and hearty Chicken Bolognese Pasta Sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1412 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.2 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 411 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 3712 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.7 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.5 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.8 g | ||
| Protein | 116.8 g | 234% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 913 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 19.6 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 6609 mg | 141% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
