Vegetarian Grilled Chicken with Tomato Sauce
Bring bold flavors and plant-based perfection to your plate with this irresistible Vegetarian Grilled Chicken with Tomato Sauce recipe. Featuring tender, marinated vegetarian chicken fillets grilled to perfection and paired with a rich, homemade tomato sauce infused with garlic, onions, and Italian herbs, this dish is a meat-free marvel that doesn’t compromise on taste. A dash of red pepper flakes adds a gentle kick, while fresh parsley brightens the dish for a vibrant finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe highlights simple yet sophisticated techniques, from grilling for smoky notes to simmering for a luscious sauce. Perfect for dinner parties or weeknight meals, serve this hearty and healthy entrée with crusty bread or a side of roasted vegetables to impress your taste buds and your guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Vegetarian chicken fillets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 400 grams Crushed tomatoes
- 1 medium Onion
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and dried basil. Mix well to create the marinade.
Brush the vegetarian chicken fillets on both sides with the marinade. Let them sit while you prepare the tomato sauce.
Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves. Peel and finely chop the onion.
In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the chopped garlic to the onion and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, then add the sugar, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt to taste. Stir the mixture well.
Bring the tomato sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly.
While the sauce is simmering, place the marinated vegetarian chicken fillets on the preheated grill.
Grill the fillets for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they have nice grill marks and are heated through.
Once grilled, remove the fillets from the grill and let them rest for a minute.
Finely chop the fresh parsley. Stir half of it into the tomato sauce just before serving to add freshness.
To serve, spoon the tomato sauce onto a plate and place a grilled vegetarian chicken fillet on top.
Sprinkle the remaining fresh parsley over the dish for garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
229 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.1 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 817 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 534 mg | 11% | |
*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.
