Best 6 Chicken With Vegetable Marinara Sauce Recipes

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Craving a delectable and wholesome meal that tantalizes your taste buds? Look no further than "Chicken with Vegetable Marinara Sauce", a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends the savory essence of chicken with the vibrant flavors of fresh vegetables and a luscious marinara sauce. This dish is not only a feast for the palate but also a testament to the power of simple ingredients harmoniously combined. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a culinary novice, embarking on this culinary adventure will undoubtedly leave you craving for more. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your cooking space, and let's embark on a culinary journey that promises to delight your senses and nourish your soul.

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CHICKEN WITH VEGETABLE MARINARA SAUCE



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Ramp up this cheesy bacon-infused marinara with sliced zucchini and carrots. Your kids will love every bite of this Chicken with Vegetable Marinara.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings, 1-3/4 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
3 large carrots (1/2 lb.), diagonally sliced
3 cups fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/2 cups CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
2 cups multi-grain rotini pasta, uncooked
2 zucchini, cut lengthwise into quarters, then crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1/2 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Italian* Three Cheese Blend

Steps:

  • Cook and stir bacon in large saucepan on medium heat 4 min. or until crisp. Use slotted spoon to transfer bacon from pan to medium bowl. Discard all but 2 tsp. drippings from pan.
  • Add chicken and oregano to reserved drippings in pan; cook and stir 5 min. or until chicken is no longer pink. Add to bacon.
  • Add carrots to saucepan; cook and stir 2 min. Add broth, pasta sauce and pasta; stir. Bring to boil on high heat; simmer on medium-low heat 5 min. Stir in zucchini and chicken mixture; simmer 8 to 10 min. or until chicken is done and pasta is tender. Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 1060 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 41 g

CHICKEN MARINARA



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Garlic and basil flavor the tomato sauce that coats this tender Chicken Marinara. A friend gave me this skillet recipe several years ago. It's easy to make using pre-sliced mushrooms, commercial pasta sauce and quick-cooking pasta. -Kathleen Williams, St Albans, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 jar (26 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup dry red wine or chicken broth
Hot cooked angel hair pasta or spaghetti

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken over medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°; remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute the mushrooms, garlic, basil and Italian seasoning until mushrooms are tender. Stir in spaghetti sauce and wine. Add chicken; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until heated through. Serve with pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 930mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

GARLIC CHICKEN MARINARA



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A great alternative to traditional spaghetti marinara. Beware, this is truly for garlic lovers!

Provided by Devin Kinyon

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (8 ounce) packages angel hair pasta
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into bite size pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium head garlic, minced
4 cups stewed tomatoes
1 large onion, chopped
2 cups fresh sliced mushrooms
4 large tomatoes, diced
½ red bell pepper, diced
½ green bell pepper, diced
1 ½ cups corn
½ cup light beer

Steps:

  • In a large skillet pan fry the boneless skinless chicken breasts in the olive oil and half of the head of minced garlic. Cook chicken until the juices run clear.
  • In a large saucepan bring stewed tomatoes, the other half of the garlic, onion, mushrooms, fresh tomatoes, red and green bell pepper, corn and beer to a boil. When sauce is boiling, add the cooked chicken and simmer for 1 hour.
  • In a large pot cook with boiling salted water cook angel hair pasta until al dente. Drain.
  • Toss pasta with garlic chicken sauce. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.1 calories, Carbohydrate 55.4 g, Cholesterol 51.3 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 30.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 467.9 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

# 1 BAKED CHICKEN WITH MARINARA SAUCE



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Make and share this # 1 Baked Chicken With Marinara Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Timothy H.

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 lbs fryer, cut up
3 tablespoons butter
1 (15 ounce) can marinara sauce
1 teaspoon dried dill
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Wash chicken well under cold water, pat dry.Combine flour,salt and pepper on a paper bag or plastic bag. Add pieces a few at a time and shake until coated with flour mixture. Place chicken in a shallow baking dish. Dot with butter.
  • Bake at 450 for 25 minutes. Remove from oven then pour the marinara sauce over the chicken. Sprinkle with dillweed and cheese. Reduce heat to 350 and bake 25 minutes. Serve hoy or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 963.8, Fat 63.6, SaturatedFat 21, Cholesterol 280.5, Sodium 1483.8, Carbohydrate 25.5, Fiber 1, Sugar 10.5, Protein 68.3

CHICKEN, PASTA AND VEGETABLE MARINARA SKILLET



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Rotini pasta, chicken breasts and vegetables are cooked in a marinara sauce until tender and delicious in this easy skillet dish.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 42m

Yield Makes 4 servings, 1-3/4 cups each.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, chopped
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
3 large carrots (1/2 lb.), diagonally sliced
3 cups fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/2 cups CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
2 cups multi-grain rotini pasta, uncooked
2 zucchini, quartered lengthwise, then cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1/2 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Italian* Three Cheese Blend

Steps:

  • Cook and stir bacon in large saucepan on medium heat 4 min. or until crisp. Use slotted spoon to transfer bacon to medium bowl, reserving 2 tsp. drippings in pan. Add chicken and seasoning to drippings; cook and stir 4 min. or until chicken is no longer pink. Add to bacon.
  • Add carrots to saucepan; cook and stir 2 min. Add broth, pasta sauce and pasta; stir. Bring to boil on high heat; simmer on medium-low heat 12 min. Stir in zucchini and chicken mixture; simmer 8 to 10 min. or until pasta and vegetables are tender and chicken is done.
  • Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 1140 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 47 g

CHICKEN MARINARA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Chicken Marinara Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Donna Luckadoo

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 ounces diced chicken, cooked
1/2 cup peeled and diced zucchini
1/2 cup diced sweet onion
1 cup fat free marinara sauce
14 ounces fire roasted diced tomatoes
7 ounces roasted red peppers, drained and diced
4 ounces sliced mushrooms
16 ounces lowfat swiss cheese or 16 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
1/2 cup fat free breadcrumbs
1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375*.
  • Spray a 9x13 baking dish or pan with a nonstick cooking spray.
  • Saute the Onions and Zucchini.
  • In a large bowl mix together the cooked and diced Chicken, the sauteed vegetables, Diced Tomatoes, diced Roasted Peppers, and Mushrooms, set aside.
  • Using the prepared dish or pan, layer 1/2 the Chicken Mixture followed by 1/2 the Marinara sauce, then 1/2 the Ricotta cheese, and 1/2 of the Shredded Cheese.
  • Repeat the same sequence again using the last 1/2.
  • Sprinkle the top with the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and then the breadcrumbs.
  • Bake Casserole for 40 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 32.9, Sodium 503.2, Carbohydrate 8.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.5, Protein 17.7

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: For this recipe, boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are best. They will cook quickly and evenly in the sauce.
  • Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken in the Italian dressing and Italian seasoning helps to infuse it with flavor. You can marinate the chicken for as little as 30 minutes or up to overnight.
  • Cook the chicken thoroughly: Be sure to cook the chicken until it is cooked through. This means that the internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The vegetables in this recipe can be customized to your liking. Some good options include bell peppers, onions, zucchini, and mushrooms.
  • Make sure the sauce is flavorful: The marinara sauce is the star of this dish, so be sure to make it flavorful. You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own from scratch.

Conclusion:

This chicken with vegetable marinara sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, the vegetables are crisp-tender, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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