Easy Chicken Manicotti (low-fat)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1

Easy Chicken Manicotti (low-fat) recipe for a healthy meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

310

Sugar

Fat

10g

This easy chicken manicotti recipe is low in fat and perfect for a healthy meal. The combination of chicken, spaghetti sauce, and mushrooms creates a tasty filling for the pasta shells. The dish can be served as a main course for a family meal or as an easy meal prep option for the week. The low-fat content of the recipe makes it a healthy option for anyone looking to stay within their caloric intake without sacrificing flavor. This dish is also a good source of protein, which is essential for maintaining and building muscle mass.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	In a mixing bowl, mix together the spaghetti sauce, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
3.	Add the uncooked chicken tenders to the sauce and stir to combine.
4.	Spread a thin layer of the sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
5.	Stuff the uncooked manicotti shells with the chicken and sauce mixture.
6.	Arrange the stuffed manicotti shells in the baking dish.
7.	Pour remaining sauce over the top of the shells.
8.	Add the sliced mushrooms on top of the shells.
9.	Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
10.	Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the dish, and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This chicken manicotti recipe is low in fat and high in protein.

The dish is easy to make and perfect for a family meal.

CONS

The dish may contain a high amount of sodium, depending on the spaghetti sauce used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein, which is necessary for building and repairing muscles, bones, and other tissues.
The dish may also contain nutrients from the mushrooms and spaghetti sauce, such as vitamins and minerals.

	1 jar fat-free spaghetti sauce
	2 teaspoons garlic powder
	1 teaspoon italian seasoning
	1 1/2 lbs uncooked chicken breast tenders
	14 uncooked manicotti
	1 can sliced mushrooms
	2 cups light shredded mozzarella cheese