Chicken Bolognese

Elevate your pasta night with this rich and comforting Chicken Bolognese, a lighter take on the classic Italian favorite. This recipe swaps traditional beef for lean ground chicken, simmered to perfection with a medley of finely chopped vegetables, fragrant garlic, and a luscious tomato base. A touch of milk adds creaminess, while dried herbs and optional red pepper flakes offer a robust depth of flavor. Ready in just under an hour, this hearty sauce pairs beautifully with your favorite pasta or a low-carb option like zucchini noodles. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is a wholesome, crowd-pleasing choice that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfect for weeknights or casual entertaining, Chicken Bolognese is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground chicken
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium carrot, finely chopped
• 1 medium celery stalk, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground chicken to the pan and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pan, add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute, or until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to caramelize it slightly.

Step 6

Add the cooked chicken back into the pan along with the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Check the consistency of the sauce. If it’s too thick, you can add more chicken broth a tablespoon at a time to reach your desired consistency.

Step 9

Stir in the milk during the final 5 minutes of cooking for a creamy finish.

Step 10

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 11

Serve the Chicken Bolognese over your choice of pasta, zucchini noodles, or cauliflower rice. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1956.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1276.9

Total Fat 69.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 395.7mg	0%
Sodium 3477.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.5g	0%
Total Sugars 42.6g
Protein 108.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 535.9mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 5610.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.4%

Protein: 32.0%

Carbs: 21.6%