Best 2 My Lightened Veggie Version Of Poppy Seed Chicken Recipes
Have you ever craved a hearty and flavorful meal without compromising your health goals? Look no further! This article presents a lightened version of the classic poppy seed chicken recipe, transformed into a delectable veggie delight. This recipe caters to those seeking a healthier alternative, featuring a vibrant array of crisp vegetables and lean protein, all coated in a creamy and tangy poppy seed sauce. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this nutritious and flavorful dish that will elevate your weeknight dinners or impress your guests at your next gathering.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
POPPY SEED CHICKEN II
This is an excellent way to use up leftover chicken. This is served up at our house at least once a month. We like it with mashed potatoes or rice and a green vegetable.
Provided by SHONDA93
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place the chicken into a 9x13 inch baking dish. In a medium bowl, stir together the condensed soup and sour cream. Pour over the chicken. In a separate bowl, stir together the crushed crackers, poppy seeds and melted butter. Sprinkle over the chicken and sauce.
- Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top of the casserole is browned and the sauce is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 769.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Cholesterol 149 mg, Fat 50.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, Sodium 1040.2 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
MY LIGHTENED VEGGIE VERSION OF POPPY SEED CHICKEN
The original recipe of Recipe #269300 belongs to diner524. When I made it to suite my needs she suggested that I post it as a new recipe. Here it is, it's very tasty and the fat has been trimmed significantly. diner524 adds the suggestion that this could be served with whole wheat pasta or brown rice.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Canadian
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix two cans of soup with sour cream in a deep sided casserole and combine well.
- When well mixed stir in the "chicken" until well separated and coated with the soup mix.
- Place crackers in a plastic bag and gently crush them.
- Add poppy and shake to mix and then over the chicken and soup mixture.
- Drizzle the oil over the crackers.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes until it begins to bubble around edges and the crackers are golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.6, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 5.1, Sodium 45.6, Carbohydrate 9.5, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 4.2, Protein 3.1
Tips:
- Use low-sodium chicken broth or homemade chicken stock to reduce the sodium content of the dish.
- To make the dish even lighter, use nonfat sour cream and reduced-fat cream cheese.
- If you don't have poppy seeds on hand, you can substitute sesame seeds or slivered almonds.
- For a crispy coating, make sure to coat the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture twice.
- Serve with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:
This lightened-up version of poppy seed chicken is a delicious and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. Plus, the poppy seeds add a fun and unique flavor. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give this recipe a try.
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