Crispy Chicken and Fettuccine

Health score
19%
Crispy Chicken and Fettuccine
20 min.
4
402kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your weeknight dinner with a dish that's both delicious and quick to prepare? Look no further than our Crispy Chicken and Fettuccine! This delightful recipe combines the comforting flavors of tender fettuccine pasta with the satisfying crunch of golden-brown chicken nuggets, all enveloped in a rich and savory tomato sauce. Perfect for busy families or anyone craving a hearty meal in just 20 minutes, this dish is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.

Imagine the aroma of Italian herbs wafting through your kitchen as you whip up this delightful meal. The combination of juicy diced tomatoes and zesty tomato sauce creates a luscious base that perfectly complements the crispy chicken. Topped with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this dish not only tastes amazing but also looks beautiful, making it ideal for both casual lunches and more formal gatherings.

With only 402 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Plus, it’s versatile enough to serve as a main course, side dish, or even a satisfying lunch. So gather your loved ones, and get ready to enjoy a plateful of comfort that’s as easy to make as it is to savor. Dive into this Crispy Chicken and Fettuccine, and let every bite transport you to a cozy Italian kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 15 oz tomato sauce canned
  • 14.5 oz canned tomatoes diced italian with herbs, undrained canned
  • 12 oz chicken frozen southern-style
  • oz fettuccine barilla refrigerated
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • tablespoons parmesan shredded

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • colander

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400F.
  2. Bake chicken nuggets as directed on package.
  3. Meanwhile, cook and drain fettuccine as directed on package. Leave fettuccine in colander after draining. In same saucepan, heat tomatoes and tomato sauce over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated.
  4. Add fettuccine, chicken and parsley to tomato sauce; toss to coat. (If desired, cut chicken nuggets in half.)
  5. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories402kcal
Protein20.06%
Fat22.52%
Carbs57.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
46.5
Glycemic Load
23.05
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
22.999130492625%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
4.31mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.3mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:401.63kcal
20.08%
Fat:10.25g
15.77%
Saturated Fat:3.01g
18.81%
Carbohydrates:58.8g
19.6%
Net Carbohydrates:53.09g
19.3%
Sugar:9.54g
10.6%
Cholesterol:85.9mg
28.63%
Sodium:722.71mg
31.42%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.54g
41.08%
Selenium:57.96µg
82.8%
Manganese:0.86mg
42.93%
Vitamin K:42.2µg
40.19%
Vitamin B3:6.46mg
32.29%
Phosphorus:293.83mg
29.38%
Vitamin B6:0.54mg
27.15%
Copper:0.52mg
26.16%
Potassium:863.03mg
24.66%
Vitamin C:20.21mg
24.5%
Fiber:5.72g
22.87%
Iron:4.08mg
22.67%
Vitamin E:3.19mg
21.3%
Magnesium:83.76mg
20.94%
Vitamin A:965.98IU
19.32%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.88%
Vitamin B5:1.59mg
15.87%
Zinc:2.36mg
15.74%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.07%
Folate:47.09µg
11.77%
Calcium:109mg
10.9%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.69%
Vitamin D:0.29µg
1.9%