Vegan Chicken in Red Sauce
Get ready to savor the bold and comforting flavors of Vegan Chicken in Red Sauce! This plant-based twist on a classic dish features tender vegan chicken pieces simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic garlic, sweet red bell pepper, and a medley of Italian spices like oregano and paprika. The addition of fresh basil adds a vibrant finish that ties together the hearty, savory elements. Perfectly paired with pasta, rice, or crusty bread, this vegan recipe delivers indulgent flavor while remaining completely dairy- and meat-free. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an easy, satisfying dinner option for anyone craving a wholesome, flavor-packed meal. Keywords: vegan chicken recipe, red sauce, plant-based dinner, vegan comfort food, easy vegan recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g Vegan chicken pieces
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large Red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 400 g Canned crushed tomatoes
- 250 ml Vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 10 g Fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, cooking for another 3 minutes until the pepper begins to soften.
Add the vegan chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown.
Stir in the tomato paste, mixing well to coat all the ingredients in the skillet.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
Add the paprika, dried oregano, sugar, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Mix well.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Let it cook uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Just before serving, stir in the fresh basil leaves.
Serve the vegan chicken in red sauce hot, over cooked rice or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.3 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3907 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.9 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.5 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.0 g | ||
| Protein | 95.2 g | 190% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 435 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 3991 mg | 85% | |
*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.
