This recipe for Spanish-Style Chicken in Tomato Sauce is teeming with flavor and nutrition! Filled with vegetables, canned tomatoes, and protein, this is one meal your family is sure to love. It’s also an RD-approved recipe from dietitian Toby Amidor!

Chicken thighs may be dark meat, but they can still be part of your healthy eating plan. Dark meat is high in healthy monounsaturated fat, and it’s usually more affordable than chicken breasts. Opt to purchase skinless dark meat or remove it yourself, as the skin is where most of the artery-clogging saturated fat is found. 

In addition to the high protein content found in this Spanish-style chicken recipe, canned tomatoes also make an appearance! Not only do they provide bright color and flavor, but they are also an affordable and nutritious addition. Tomatoes are packed with lycopene, a cancer-fighting compound, as well as vitamin C, iron, and potassium. Plus, canned tomatoes actually have a higher lycopene content than fresh, as the cooking and canning process enhances the availability of the nutrient, making it easier for your body to absorb.

With such a powerful nutrition profile, you can feel good about serving this delectable meal to your family, and they will delight in the complex flavors. To make this meal extra special, serve with a simple side salad dressed with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

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