Vegetarian Chicken in Red Sauce
Elevate your plant-based dining with this irresistible Vegetarian Chicken in Red Sauce recipe! Crafted with tender, seasoned plant-based chicken pieces and a robust red sauce featuring crushed tomatoes, diced onion, garlic, and colorful red bell pepper, this dish is brimming with hearty, Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Enhanced with aromatic dried oregano and basil, a touch of spicy red pepper flakes, and fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, this vegan-friendly take on the classic chicken in red sauce is both comforting and wholesome. Ready in just 45 minutes, it pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or crusty bread, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Dive into this delectable creation that's guaranteed to satisfy your cravings for bold and savory plant-based meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 350 grams plant-based chicken pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 400 grams crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 250 milliliters vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion becomes translucent.
Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper. Cook for an additional 3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
Stir in the plant-based chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing them to brown slightly.
Add the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Cover the skillet and let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top.
Serve hot and enjoy your Vegetarian Chicken in Red Sauce with your favorite side, such as rice or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1084 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.6 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4400 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.0 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.6 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.9 g | ||
| Protein | 82.3 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2628 mg | 56% | |
*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.
