Healthy Chicken and Broccoli Recipe
created by
Amanda G. Apr. 19, 2025
“Brocolli pasta panko baked chicken homemade red sauce”
Coach Chiquita Nicole
“Great effort Amanda! Youre just one meal away from reaching your weekly target of fiber and lean protein-rich dinners. Its fantastic to see you not only sticking to your nutrition routine but also meeting your water goal. Your dinner choice of broccoli pasta and panko baked chicken with homemade red sauce sounds both delicious and nutritious. I hope youre finding joy in these healthy meals and the positive impact they have on your well-being. Keep exploring and enjoying these nutritious meals!”
Instructions
1.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.
Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3.
In a large bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4.
Coat each chicken breast with olive oil, then press into the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
5.
Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
6.
While the chicken is baking, steam the broccoli florets until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
7.
In a saucepan, heat the homemade red sauce over medium heat until warmed through.
8.
To serve, place a portion of pasta on each plate, top with broccoli, and add the baked chicken. Spoon red sauce over the top and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Ingredients
1.
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
2.
2 cups whole wheat pasta (penne or fusilli)
3.
4 cups broccoli florets
4.
2 cups homemade red sauce (low-sugar)
5.
1 cup panko breadcrumbs (whole wheat if possible)
6.
1 tablespoon olive oil
7.
1 teaspoon garlic powder
8.
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
9.
Salt and pepper to taste
10.
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Nutrition
calories
350
fat
8
saturates
1
carbohydrates
45
fibres
6
sugar
5
addedSugar
1
protein
30
Healthy Chicken and Broccoli Recipe
My Rating
Amanda G.Author
"Brocolli pasta panko baked chicken homemade red sauce"
Coach Chiquita Nicole
"Great effort Amanda! Youre just one meal away from reaching your weekly target of fiber and lean protein-rich dinners. Its fantastic to see you not only sticking to your nutrition routine but also meeting your water goal. Your dinner choice of broccoli pasta and panko baked chicken with homemade red sauce sounds both delicious and nutritious. I hope youre finding joy in these healthy meals and the positive impact they have on your well-being. Keep exploring and enjoying these nutritious meals!"