Halal Chicken Bolognese

Halal Chicken Bolognese is a rich and savory sauce made with tender ground chicken, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices, served over your choice of pasta. This comforting dish is perfect for a hearty dinner, bringing a unique twist to the classic Italian favorite while adhering to Halal dietary guidelines.

Ingredients

• Ground Halal chicken - 300 grams
• Spaghetti or pasta of choice - 160 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 small (about 100 grams)
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Carrot, finely diced - 1 medium (about 70 grams)
• Celery, finely diced - 1 stalk (about 50 grams)
• Canned crushed tomatoes - 400 grams
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Parmesan cheese, grated (optional) - for serving

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery to the skillet, cooking until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground chicken, breaking it apart with a spoon and cooking until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
5. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. While the sauce is simmering, cook the spaghetti or pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
7. Once the Bolognese sauce is ready, stir in the chopped fresh basil.
8. Serve the sauce over the cooked pasta, and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 85 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables, promoting overall health.

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