Vegetarian Classic Chicken BBQ
Indulge in the bold, smoky flavors of barbecue without compromising your vegetarian lifestyle with this irresistible Vegetarian Classic Chicken BBQ recipe. Featuring hearty vegetarian chicken substitutes, sautéed bell peppers, and tangy barbecue sauce, this dish delivers all the comforting, savory goodness of a classic BBQ sandwich without the meat. Enhanced with fragrant smoked paprika, garlic powder, and fresh parsley, every bite bursts with flavor and texture. Perfectly toasted burger buns cradle the deliciously caramelized vegetarian "chicken" mix, making it an ideal centerpiece for lunch, dinner, or a casual gathering. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is a must-try for those seeking a plant-based twist on timeless barbecue favorites.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams vegetarian chicken substitutes (like soy-based strips or seitan)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 pieces burger buns
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegetarian chicken substitutes, barbecue sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground black pepper, and salt. Toss until the vegetarian chicken pieces are evenly coated.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chopped red onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they turn soft and translucent.
Add the sliced red and yellow bell peppers to the skillet and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes until they start to soften.
Remove the onion and pepper mixture from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the coated vegetarian chicken substitutes to the skillet, spreading them out in a single layer.
Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetarian strips are crispy on the outside and heated through.
Reduce the heat to low and return the sautéed onion and peppers back to the skillet. Stir to combine with the vegetarian chicken and allow the flavors to meld for another couple of minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Toast the burger buns lightly on a grill or in a toaster.
Assemble the sandwiches by placing a generous amount of the vegetarian BBQ mix onto the bottom half of each bun, topping with the other half of the bun.
Serve the Vegetarian Classic Chicken BBQ warm with your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.2 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1627 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.0 g | ||
| Protein | 29.6 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 669 mg | 14% | |
*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.
