My Lightened Veggie Version of Poppy Seed Chicken

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 2

A healthier twist on Poppy Seed Chicken with added veggies

My Lightened Veggie Version of Poppy Seed Chicken

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb vegetarian chicken strips ( may use up to 1 1/2 lbs for you want more or larger servings )
	1 can low-fat cream of chicken soup ( may use 2 cans if it seems to dry to you )
	8 ounces fat free sour cream
	1/2 a stack saltine crackers , crushed
	1 tablespoon poppy seed
	1 tablespoon olive oil , no need to use the more expensive extra virgin here

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

230

Sugar

Fat

Poppy Seed Chicken is a classic comfort food that has been around for decades. This Lightened Veggie Version is a healthier and more nutritious twist on the traditional recipe. By swapping out real chicken for vegetarian chicken strips and adding mixed veggies, you get all the comforting flavors of the classic dish in a more wholesome package. Plus, with minimal prep, this is a great recipe for busy weeknights when you want a homemade meal without all the fuss.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
3.	Add vegetarian chicken strips to the skillet and cook until browned.
4.	In a bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup, fat-free sour cream, poppy seed, and half of the crushed saltine crackers.
5.	Add the veggie chicken strips to the bowl and mix until evenly coated.
6.	Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, sprinkle the remaining crushed saltine crackers on top, and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until heated through.
7.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

A healthy twist on a classic comfort food recipe without sacrificing flavor.

The addition of veggies and use of vegetarian chicken strips make it a great option for vegetarians or those looking to cut down on meat consumption.

A great make-ahead meal for busy weeknights.

CONS

May not be as satisfying for those used to the traditional high-fat version of Poppy Seed Chicken.

Vegetarian chicken strips may not be as flavorful as real chicken.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The addition of mixed vegetables adds fiber, vitamins, and minerals to the dish.
Using low-fat cream of chicken soup and fat-free sour cream reduces the overall fat content of the recipe while still providing creaminess.
Poppy seeds have been linked to aiding in digestion and reducing inflammation in the body.