This Mouthwatering Bolognese Pasta Bake will impress the whole family - rich bolognese meat sauce coated pasta topped with delicious cheesy goodness.
Every one loves a bolognese, right?
So you will really LOVE this Bolognese Pasta Bake.
Rich Italian style bolognese meat sauce, packed with lots of healthy vegetables and a selection of melted cheese for that perfect golden topping.
If you are vegetarian, swap out the ground beef for a veggie meat substitute or even lentils. I love bolognese using green or brown lentils. Lentils can be purchased for such a low cost too, which would make these meal budget friendly.
I always have various bags of different lentils and beans in my pantry. They can come in really handy, if I do not have any meat defrosted and I need to make something up for dinner.
Have you seen my Lentil Bolognese recipe?
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Hawaiian Chicken Poke Bowl
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Get ready for a flavourful journey with our irresistible Hawaiian Chicken Poke Bowl recipe! Bursting with freshness and vibrancy, every mouthful offers a symphony of flavours. From succulent chicken in sauce to crisp veggies, pineapple, creamy avocado, fluffy rice, and a drizzle of spicy mayo.
As a family that relishes bowl-style meals, we cherish the array of components that come together harmoniously in each bite, creating a symphony of textures and tastes that never fails to delight. This recipe is a great alternative to those who love a vibrant poke bowl but don’t like to eat raw fish. Jump to:
- Calories in Hawaiian Chicken Poke Bowl
- Ingredients Needed
- 6 Tips for Perfect Pan-Cooked Sticky Glazed Chicken
- Build you own Poke Bowl
- More Bowl Recipes
- FAQ for Hawaiian Chicken Poke Bowl
- Recipe Card
Calories in Hawaiian Chicken Poke Bowl
This Hawaiian Chicken Poke Bowl serves 4 and is 618 calories per serving.
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Ingredients Needed
Here are some notes on the ingredients used in this recipe:
- Chicken: boneless skinless chicken thighs trimmed of visible fat are the ideal choice for this recipe, as they stay tender during cooking, but you can use chicken breast if you prefer.
- Garlic: fresh garlic cloves finely grated, but you can use lazy garlic if you prefer
- Ginger: freshly grated ginger root
- Onion Powder: or granules, add to the flavour of the chicken
- Salt and Pepper - These basic yet essential flavour enhancers are key for elevating the taste of your dishes. No food will ever be bland when these are used to season to taste.
- Low Calorie Spray - Use your preferred choice of low calorie spray, I prefer olive oil or avocado sprays without any added emulsifiers.
- Soy sauce: I typically use all-purpose soy sauce (for example Kikkoman), which falls between light and dark varieties. If you don't have all-purpose soy sauce, you can mix light and dark soy sauce at a ratio of ⅔ light to ⅓ dark.
- Maple Syrup: this is used to sweeten the sauce, it also helps give that glossy sticky appearance (honey can be used as a substitute)
- Shaoxing wine: this is a chinese rice wine available from most major retailers or asian grocers, you can use dry sherry as a substitute
- Tomato Paste (Puree): a concentrated paste that comes in a tube or small can
- Pineapple Juice: use long life juice that comes in a carton
- Sriracha: his is to add a touch of heat to the chicken and used in the spicy mayo, adjust the amount to suit your desired spice level
- Toasted Sesame Oil: Opt for toasted sesame oil to enhance the flavour of the chicken
- Mayonnaise: use light or reduced fat mayonnaise to keep the calories low
For the bowl:
- Rice: cooked sticky jasmine rice or sushi rice is best for Poke bowls
- Pineapple: I like to use fresh ripe pineapple, as some canned can be a bit pale and lacking in flavour, but you can use canned if you prefer.
- Edamame Beans: cooked, you can buy these frozen or freshly prepared
- Onion: a small red onion
- Carrot: one fresh carrot, use a julienne peeler to easily create thin carrot sticks to add to the poke bowl
- Avocado: a medium sized avocado diced is enough for 4 poke bowls
- Baby cucumbers: 2 should be enough or 4 bowls, if you are using really mini sized ones you may want to use 4.
- Spring Onions (scallions): use the green part only, use for colour and flavour
- Toasted sesame seeds - to garnish
Once you've gathered all the ingredients and prepared them accordingly, you're all set to create this easy and delightful recipe.
See the recipe card for specific quantities and instructions.
6 Tips for Perfect Pan-Cooked Sticky Glazed Chicken
Here are some tips to ensure you get that beautiful colour and sticky glaze on the chicken.
- Use Chicken Thigh: Chicken thigh is ideal for glazing as it releases less moisture than breast, allowing for a deeper browning without overcooking.
- Choose the Right Pan: Opt for a large flat-bottom frying pan to provide ample space for the chicken pieces to brown evenly without overcrowding.
- Avoid Overcrowding: Ensure the chicken pieces are spaced apart in the pan, allowing them to cook and brown properly without steaming each other.
- Maintain High Heat: Keep the heat high throughout the cooking process to promote caramelization and allow the sauce to reduce down and coat the chicken pieces perfectly.
- Frequent Turning: Turn the chicken pieces occasionally to ensure even cooking and browning on all sides, creating a deliciously crispy exterior.
- Patience is Key: Resist the urge to constantly stir the chicken pieces. Allow them to cook undisturbed for a few minutes to develop a golden brown crust before turning.
Build you own Poke Bowl
When it comes to crafting your ideal poke bowl, the options are endless! Start with a base of cooked rice with your protein and add in classic ingredients like I use in my recipe such as creamy avocado, refreshing cucumber, julienned carrot, edamame beans, zesty red onion, and juicy pineapple. These staples provide a delicious foundation for your bowl and offer a balance of textures and flavors.
However, there are so many other options you can choose to suit your preferences. Here are some additional suggestions:
- Sweetcorn
- Crispy Onions
- Pickled Ginger
- Wonton Strips
- Seaweed Salad
- Fresh Coriander (cilantro)
- Furikake or crumbled Nori Sheets
- Jalapeno Slices if you like a bit of heat
- Shredded lettuce or cabbage
- Sesame Seeds
- Crumbled Macadamia Nuts
Feel free to mix and match these ingredients to create your perfect poke bowl combination!
More Bowl Recipes
If you love bowl inspired recipes like this (me too!!) check out these other recipes:
- Chicken Wild Rice Bowl
- Turkey Rice Burrito Bowls
- Taco Breakfast Bowl
- Cheeseburger Salad (Burger in a Bowl)
- Healthy Chicken Quinoa Bowl
- Taco Salad Bowl
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bowl
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How can I add addition vegetables to this recipe
The bolognese sauce in this pasta bake comes packed with veggies like carrot, onion, zucchini, mushrooms and tomatoes.
To balance your plate, I always make up a big bowl of salad which I serve in the middle of the table for everyone to dig into and add some to their plate.
All kinds of salad vegetables are perfect - baby greens, crisp lettuce, cucumber, carrot, peppers, tomatoes, onion.
Kitchen Items used in this Bolognese Pasta Bake:
- Oven Proof Dish
- Kitchen Scales
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
- Mixing Bowls
- Spoon
- Frying Pan
- Saucepan
- Grater
- Chopping Board
- Santoku Knife
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Recipe Card
Best Ever Bolognese Pasta Bake
This Mouthwatering Bolognese Pasta Bake will impress the whole family - rich bolognese meat sauce coated pasta topped with delicious cheesy goodness.
Ingredients
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 large carrot, finely chopped chopped
- 1 courgette, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1.5 cups (360ml) of beef, chicken or vegetable stock
- 455g (1lb) of extra lean beef mince (ground beef)
- 3 cups (720ml) of crushed tomatoes (or passata)
- 1 teaspoon of dried basil
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 3 tablespoons of tomato puree
- handful of mushrooms sliced
- 350g (12.5oz) of dried pasta of choice (can use gluten free)
- salt and black pepper to season
- splash of balsamic vinegar
- dash or worcestershire sauce
- Salt and Black Pepper
to top:
- 150g (5.5oz) of Mozzarella
- 60g/2oz of Cheddar
- 30g (1oz) Parmesan
to serve:
- fresh chopped Italian parsley
Instructions
- Add the mince, onion and garlic to a deep frying pan over a medium high heat and cook until browned.
- Add the carrot, courgette and mushrooms and cook for a further 3 mins.
- Add the herbs, crushed tomatoes, stock, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar and worcestershire sauce. Bring to the boil and then cover and reduce to simmer. Allow to simmer for 30 mins, until sauce thickens and becomes nice and rich. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Preheat oven to 200c or 400f (gas mark 6)
- Place the pasta in a saucepan of boiling hot water and cook until al dente - approx 7 mins (you want it to still have a slight bite, as it will continue to cook in the oven).
- Add the pasta to a large oven proof dish.
- Add the bolognese meat sauce and mix well.
- Top with all cheeses and sprinkle of black pepper.
- Place in oven and bake until cheese has melted and is golden on top. Approx 30mins
- Serve topped with fresh chopped Italian parsley and your choice of sides.
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Nutrition Information
Yield 6 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 511Total Fat 14.2gSaturated Fat 7.6gCholesterol 79mgSodium 806mgCarbohydrates 59.4gFiber 5.7gSugar 10.4gProtein 30.5g
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Jo says
Oooh this looks absolutely gawwwwjusss! will definitely be giving it a go. Thank you, Jo x
admin says
it is yummy 🙂
pam says
this recipe is absolutely lovely used a few times and for dinner tomorrow i give it 5 stars
Janet Lorkins says
This dish was very simple to make and tased gorgeous. I made it for one of our taster evenings and everybody has asked for the recipe.
Anonymous says
This was really easy to make and as with all the recipes have tried on here extremely tasty - I sprinkled over extra parmesan on my husbands portion and he had no idea was slimming recipe!
Padsum says
This dish was extremely easy to make.My husband and boys really enjoyed.I have loads left can u freeze tis?
Siobhan (Slimming Eats) says
It would be suitable to freeze, made up before it goes in the oven. But would perhaps dry out a bit if frozen after going in the oven. Hope that helps
Natalie Jane Farndale-Lawson says
how did you know the syns as only the HE is listed? sorry new to this
Caz says
This is absolutely amazing ! It tastes delicious. My hubby loved it too and took it work for lunch two days running ! You have to try it , you won't be sorry .
Rosie Butcher says
This pasta bake was so easy and my whole family really enjoyed it !!
Kerri says
Really enjoyed this and so did hubby - clean plate! Tasted even better the next day for lunch, mmmmm!
Eleenia says
Loved this. I used the giant she'll pasta I had left over from your spinach and ricotta pasta dish.
Heidi says
O.m.g this was delicious. The balsamic vinegar and Worcestershire sauce made all the difference. Amazing flavour will be a favourite in our house from now on.
Lorraine R says
Shevy this met with thumbs up from the other half in this house! It is a ripper recipe and certainly can lay claim to "best ever" bolognese. We loved it! I followed the recipe to the letter and used gluten free penne pasta which turned out fine. Thanks for another winner and a keeper! ❤️
Charlotte Arena says
I have and seen a lot of pasta bakes and made and this one is the very best. And is low calorie!!!!! Trust me I am half Sicilian and this is one cracker of a recipe. I have made it a dozen times now and it always beautiful !!!
Teresa Whittaker says
I have this dish in the oven right now oh that sauce is amazingly good can't wait until it's done smells amazing and I'm starving lol!
Lisa says
Just tried this for the first time, halved the recipe to serve 3 (could easily serve 4) I added kidney beans, was extremely tasty and filling, will be making again .