Parmesan Polenta

Gluten Free
Health score
15%
Parmesan Polenta
45 min.
1
837kcal

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This Parmesan Polenta recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can create a creamy and flavorful polenta that's sure to impress.

Polenta is a versatile dish that can be served as a side or main course, and it's especially perfect for those following a gluten-free diet. In this recipe, the polenta is cooked with chicken broth and seasoned with freshly ground black pepper, giving it a rich and savory flavor. The addition of grated Parmesan cheese takes it to the next level, adding a sharp and salty kick that's simply irresistible.

What's great about this recipe is that it's not only delicious but also nutritious. Polenta is made from cornmeal, which is a good source of complex carbohydrates and provides a slow release of energy. It's also a great source of protein, which is essential for maintaining and building strong muscles. The Parmesan cheese adds a boost of calcium and other essential nutrients, making this dish a well-rounded and healthy option.

Whether you're looking for a comforting dish to warm you up on a cold day or a quick and easy meal to whip up on a busy weeknight, this Parmesan Polenta recipe is sure to become a favorite. So, why not give it a try and experience the simple pleasure of a warm and cheesy polenta dish that's both satisfying and nutritious?

Ingredients

  • serving pepper black freshly-ground to taste
  • cup chicken broth 
  • 24 oz precooked polenta tube prepared
  • cup parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Cut polenta into large pieces and heat with broth in medium saucepan over medium-low heat about 5 minutes, mashing and stirring polenta as it cooks until smooth.
  2. Add cheese and stir until melted, about 1 minute. Season to taste with pepper.This recipe yields 6 servings.

Nutrition Facts

Calories837kcal
Protein19.52%
Fat32.09%
Carbs48.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32
Glycemic Load
0.01
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
20.755652173913%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:836.78kcal
41.84%
Fat:29.79g
45.83%
Saturated Fat:15.7g
98.14%
Carbohydrates:101.06g
33.69%
Net Carbohydrates:99g
36%
Sugar:1.76g
1.96%
Cholesterol:91.7mg
30.57%
Sodium:2635.48mg
114.59%
Protein:40.78g
81.55%
Calcium:914.25mg
91.43%
Selenium:54.32µg
77.59%
Phosphorus:718.4mg
71.84%
Zinc:4.97mg
33.15%
Vitamin B2:0.52mg
30.86%
Vitamin B12:1.4µg
23.28%
Vitamin A:1081.17IU
21.62%
Magnesium:71.54mg
17.89%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.42%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.81%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.21%
Potassium:370.51mg
10.59%
Copper:0.2mg
9.95%
Iron:1.71mg
9.52%
Vitamin B3:1.78mg
8.92%
Vitamin B5:0.88mg
8.78%
Fiber:2.07g
8.27%
Vitamin E:0.74mg
4.94%
Vitamin D:0.5µg
3.33%
Folate:12.82µg
3.21%
Vitamin K:1.86µg
1.77%