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Meat Sauce with Chicken

Name: Meat Sauce with Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Meat Sauce with Chicken
Ingredients: 500g minced chicken; 1 large onion; 2 garlic cloves; 400g tinned tomatoes; 1 tablespoon tomato puree; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 300g spaghetti; 100ml water; 1 teaspoon salt

Meat Sauce with Chicken is a light and healthy alternative to the classic beef version. It is very simple to make and tastes wonderful with your favourite pasta. This recipe uses fresh ingredients to create a meal that the whole family will enjoy. It is a great choice for a quick midweek dinner when you want something nutritious.

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Why meat sauce with chicken is a good choice

This meal is perfect for those who want a lower fat option without losing any flavour. Using poultry instead of red meat makes the dish feel much lighter on the stomach. Making meat sauce with chicken is very fast because minced chicken cooks through quickly in the pan. You can easily adjust the herbs and seasonings to suit your own personal taste.

How to get meat sauce with chicken ready

Step 1

Prepare vegetables: Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic cloves. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat and fry the vegetables until they are soft and translucent.

Step 2

Cook meat: Add the minced chicken to the frying pan. Use a wooden spoon to break the meat into small pieces and fry it until it has turned white and is cooked through.

Step 3

Simmer sauce: Pour in the tinned tomatoes and water then stir in the tomato puree and oregano. Let the meat sauce with chicken simmer gently for fifteen minutes to allow the sauce to thicken and the flavours to combine.

Step 4

Serve pasta: Boil the spaghetti in a large saucepan of salted water until it is tender. Drain the pasta using a colander and serve it on plates with the hot sauce poured over the top.

Tips and tricks for meat sauce with chicken

You can add extra vegetables like grated carrots or finely chopped peppers to the meat sauce with chicken for more texture. If the sauce looks a bit dry just add a small splash of water or chicken stock. High quality tinned tomatoes will give the sauce a much richer and deeper colour.

Letting the sauce simmer for the full time is important for the best results. If you prefer a smoother sauce you can blend the tinned tomatoes before adding them to the pan. This dish also works very well when served with a little bit of grated cheese on top.

You might also enjoy pasta with prawns and chilli, risotto with beetroot or prawn wrap with avocado.

Ingredients

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500 g minced chicken
1 large onion
2 garlic cloves
400 g tinned tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato puree
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
300 g spaghetti
100 ml water
1 teaspoon salt

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Nutrition information

NUTRITIONper serving

Energy:1987 kJ / 475 kcal
Fat:12 g
- of which saturates:3 g
Carbohydrates:58 g
- of which sugars:5 g
Protein:31 g
Fibre:4 g
Salt:1.2 g

People also ask

Can I freeze Meat Sauce with Chicken?

Yes, you can freeze Meat Sauce with Chicken for up to three months. Make sure the sauce is completely cold before transferring it to a freezer bag or an airtight container. When you are ready to eat it just thaw it in the fridge overnight and reheat it thoroughly in a pan.

How long does Meat Sauce with Chicken last in the fridge?

This Meat Sauce with Chicken will stay fresh for up to three days when stored in the refrigerator. Keep it in a sealed container to maintain the moisture and flavour. It often tastes even better the next day after the herbs have had more time to develop.

What is the best way to reheat this chicken sauce?

The best way to reheat the sauce is in a small saucepan over a low heat. Add a tiny splash of water if the sauce has thickened too much while sitting in the fridge. Stir it occasionally until it is piping hot all the way through before serving it with fresh pasta.