Vegan Chicken with Tomato Sauce
Discover the ultimate comfort dish with this hearty and flavorful Vegan Chicken with Tomato Sauce. Perfect for plant-based eaters and anyone seeking a wholesome, satisfying meal, this recipe features tender, protein-packed vegan chicken strips enveloped in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce. Made with crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a blend of dried herbs like oregano and basil, the sauce is simmered to perfection, creating a depth of flavor that pairs beautifully with the golden-brown chicken strips. With just 45 minutes of total prep and cook time, this easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual dinner gatherings. Garnished with fresh basil, it’s a vibrant, dairy-free, and meat-free dish that’s sure to impress. Keywords: vegan chicken recipe, plant-based dinner, tomato sauce recipe, easy vegan comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Vegan chicken strips
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium, chopped Onion
- 3 minced Garlic cloves
- 400 grams, canned crushed Tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 120 milliliters Vegetable broth
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 10 grams, chopped Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, stirring frequently.
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes and tomato paste.
Add dried oregano, dried basil, vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, lower the heat, and cook for 15 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
In a separate pan, heat a little olive oil over medium heat.
Add the vegan chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and lightly browned.
Add the cooked vegan chicken strips to the tomato sauce and stir to combine.
Simmer the mixture for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1032 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.0 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2694 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.4 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.5 g | ||
| Protein | 67.6 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 2020 mg | 43% | |
*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.
