Chicken And Veggies

Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Mediterranean

A hearty and flavorful chicken and vegetable dish infused with aromatic herbs and a tangy tomato sauce. Perfect for a wholesome family dinner, it combines tender chicken breasts with a medley of fresh veggies, all simmered in a savory, herb-laden broth topped with a rich tomato sauce. Served over pasta for a complete meal.

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Ingredients

  • 4 boneless chicken breasts
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp ground thyme
  • 1 1/2 tsp whole marjoram
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 large onion
  • 2 medium zucchini
  • 1 large carrot
  • 4 stalks celery
  • 1 qt stewed tomatoes, drained
  • 1 cup tomato liquid
  • 1 1/2 tsp sugar

Instructions

  1. Steam chicken with thyme, marjoram, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, and 2 stalks celery.
  2. Chop vegetables into coarse pieces.
  3. When chicken is just done, remove and discard celery.
  4. Allow liquid to boil away.
  5. Add olive oil, garlic, and 1/3 of the onion.
  6. When onion begins to brown, add remaining vegetables, other ingredients, and cooked chicken.
  7. Cook until vegetables are tender.
  8. Strain and reserve liquid.
  9. Add tomato juice to the liquid and thicken with roux or cornstarch to make sauce.
  10. Serve over pasta cooked with 1/4 teaspoon whole cumin seed.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

558 kcal 28% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 13.1g 26% DV
Total Fat 33.4g 43% DV
Carbs 60.4g 22% DV
Fiber 17.8g 63% DV
Sugar 13.1g 26% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9903.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 1202mg 26% DV
Cholesterol 16mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 931.3mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 44.8mg 50% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg 1% DV
Calcium 600.3mg 46% DV
Iron 33.4mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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