Vegetarian Grilled Chicken with Tomato Sauce

Delight your taste buds with this savory and wholesome Vegetarian Grilled Chicken with Tomato Sauce, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Juicy vegetarian chicken fillets are marinated in a fragrant blend of olive oil, oregano, and basil, then perfectly grilled for a smoky, charred finish. Paired with a rich, homemade tomato sauce made from sautéed onions, garlic, and crushed tomatoes, this dish is bursting with bold, Italian-inspired flavors. A touch of red pepper flakes adds subtle heat, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley brings a vibrant, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this high-protein, vegetarian dinner is ideal for weeknights yet elegant enough for special occasions. Serve it with crusty bread or over a bed of pasta for a truly satisfying meal that will impress vegetarians and meat-lovers alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Vegetarian chicken fillets
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 400 grams Crushed tomatoes
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and dried basil. Mix well to create the marinade.

Step 3

Brush the vegetarian chicken fillets on both sides with the marinade. Let them sit while you prepare the tomato sauce.

Step 4

Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves. Peel and finely chop the onion.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Add the chopped garlic to the onion and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

Step 7

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, then add the sugar, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt to taste. Stir the mixture well.

Step 8

Bring the tomato sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly.

Step 9

While the sauce is simmering, place the marinated vegetarian chicken fillets on the preheated grill.

Step 10

Grill the fillets for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they have nice grill marks and are heated through.

Step 11

Once grilled, remove the fillets from the grill and let them rest for a minute.

Step 12

Finely chop the fresh parsley. Stir half of it into the tomato sauce just before serving to add freshness.

Step 13

To serve, spoon the tomato sauce onto a plate and place a grilled vegetarian chicken fillet on top.

Step 14

Sprinkle the remaining fresh parsley over the dish for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1007.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1042.9

Total Fat 49.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4005.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 27.1g
Protein 86.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 350.9mg	0%
Iron 12.4mg	0%
Potassium 2020.7mg	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: 42.7%

Protein: 33.2%

Carbs: 24.1%