Chicken Parmesan with Dino Buddies
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
17 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
443 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Parmesan with Dino Buddies
Description
Chicken Parmesan with Dino Buddies features pre-cooked, shaped chicken nuggets baked according to package instructions until crisp. Once baked, they are topped with a quarter cup of spaghetti sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese, then returned to the oven briefly to melt the cheese. Meanwhile, spaghetti noodles are cooked, drained, and plated. The baked Dino Buddies are served atop the pasta, creating a familiar Italian American dish with a fun and kid-friendly component. The melted cheese adds creaminess, while the sauce contributes acidity and depth.
The combination of breaded chicken pieces and spaghetti noodles makes it suitable as a casual dinner or quick lunch, especially when time is limited. The assembly allows for the baked Dino Buddies’ crispy texture to contrast with the soft noodles and warm sauce.
Ingredients
- 16 Yummy Dino Buddies
- 1 c. spaghetti sauce
- 1/2 c. mozzarella cheese shredded
- 8 oz spaghetti noodles
Instructions
- Prepare Yummy Dino Buddies according to package directions. When they are done baking remove from oven top with 1/4 c. spaghetti sauce and Mozzarella cheese. Return to oven and baked 2 more minutes or until cheese is melted.
- While Dino Buddies are baking prepared spaghetti noodles according to package directions. Drain and reserve.
- Plate prepared spaghetti noodles on plates and top with Dino Buddies. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 443 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 443kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 96mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 630mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 764mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 490IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 175mg | 18% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.