Easy-to-make Chicken Parmesan Bread with RAGÚ Simply Sauce. This Alfredo style french loaf uses a RAGÚ Simply Sauce with half the fat and calories made with cauliflower and milk. Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Mizkan. All comments and opinions are my own.

Easy Chicken Parmesan Bread

I need easy dinners. I need easy dinners that please a diverse group. I need easy dinners, that please a diverse group and fill bellies.

As you all know, I am a mother of five. With are family with a large spread of ages, the twins being 19 months old and myself (the oldest) being a number that I will not share.  When cooking, my goal is to please everyone with one recipe. Baby food went out the window rather quickly in replacement of “what the family eats, you eat!” In addition to creating happy taste buds, I also look to fill tummies. Full bellies = happy kids (and a happy husband!) For example, the twins were barely on the growth chart when they were born. They went form 5 lb preemies to soaring above average on height and weight. This home fills stomachs. And don’t let the 19 month old age fool you; these growing boys can eat more than my 11 year old.

This recipe came to me from a friend and I quickly adapted to my easy, efficient lifestyle. Not many ingredients are required and I can quickly put the meal on the table getting the recipe form kitchen to plate in under an hour with very little prep. I don’t mind cook times, just don’t make me too involved in the preparation of the meal!

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I have a secret ingredient – don’t tell the kids. We had the opportunity to work with RAGÚ Simply Creamy sauces and I was eager to create our own family version of my friend’s Chicken Parmesan Bread recipe.  I personally found it appealing that these sauces were made with milk and cauliflower, replacing traditional heavy cream.  It contains half the fat of RAGÚ’s Classic Alfredo Sauce, with the same delicious taste and texture. That sounds like a win to me!

Look at these simple ingredients.

Chicken Parmesan Bread Ingredients:

• 1 jar of RAGÚ Simply Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce
• Seasoned chicken (we used extra virgin olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper)
• French bread
• 1/4 Cup butter, melted
• 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 Cups mozzarella cheese

You will need to precook your chicken, but I have no problem with that. As long as there is little prep from me in the kitchen. Look at these easy dinner recipe directions.

Chicken Parmesan Bread Directions:

Begin by preheating your oven to 375 degrees.

Add a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) to the bottom of a baking dish, place the chicken on top and top with a drizzle of EVOO.

Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt and pepper onto the chicken and bake for 30-40 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.

Once the chicken is cooked, reduce your oven temp to 350 degrees.

Cut your chicken into small bite sized pieces.

Next, cut your French bread in half and then cut each half into half again ( a total of four pieces.)

Place each French bread piece with the crust side down onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet.

Mix your butter and garlic together and heat for 30 seconds in the microwave.

Brush the garlic butter evenly on the bread.

Add about 3 spoonfuls of RAGÚ Simply Creamy Garlic Parmesan with Cauliflower Sauce of each piece of bread and spread out evenly.

Add cut chicken breasts on top of the sauce.

Top each loaf with 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese.

Bake for 30-35 minutes at 350 and enjoy!

Eager to try this Chicken Parmesan Bread recipe yourself?

Save money with your Valpak envelopes. Look for a 75¢ coupon for RAGÚ Simply Creamy sauce and redeem it at your local at Walmart store. At $1.66, that brings the price of this secret ingredient to only 91¢. So half the calories and almost have the price! Sweet.

You could also try another one of the new RAGÚ Simply Creamy sauce flavors. We used Garlic Parmesan but feel free to replace that with their Alfredo sauce.

Pair your Chicken Parmesan Bread with a veggie.

I suggest serving with broccoli or another green. Cook the broccoli in the oven with your bread (350, 30 to 35 minutes) prepping with a drizzle of olive oil, salt and pepper. You could use any extra sauce to serve over the broccoli, as well.

Chicken Parmesan Bread with Ragu

• Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

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Ingredients

• 1 jar of RAGÚ Simply Creamy Garlic Parmesan with Cauliflower Sauce
• Seasoned Chicken (we used extra virgin olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper)
• French bread
• 1/4 Cup butter, melted
• 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 Cups mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.
2. Add a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) to the bottom of a baking dish, place the chicken on top and top with a drizzle of EVOO.
3. Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt and pepper onto the chicken and bake for 30-40 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
4. Once the chicken is cooked, reduce your oven temp to 350 degrees.
5. Cut your chicken into small bite sized pieces.
6. Cut your French bread in half and then cut each half into half again ( a total of four pieces.)
7. Place each French bread piece with the crust side down onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
8. Mix your butter and garlic together and heat for 30 seconds in the microwave.
9. Brush the garlic butter on the bread.
10. Add about 3 spoonfuls of  RAGÚ Simply Creamy Garlic Parmesan with Cauliflower Sauce of each piece of bread and spread out evenly.
11. Add cut chicken breasts on top of the sauce.
12. Top each loaf with 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese.
13. Bake for 30-35 minutes at 350 and enjoy!

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Don’t let the busy weeknight get you down. These Family-friendly Sheet Pan Suppers are easy dinner recipes for individuals on the go!

Family Sheet Pan Suppers

When the twins were born (my fourth and fifth children) my family and I went an entire year with Crock-Pot Dinners. I kid you not. With the exception of a few meals and perhaps and occasion dinner out, the slow cooker became my best friend. It was easy and efficient, especially when my hand were full. Telling a friend this fun fact, she stopped my rut, by reminding of sheet pan suppers!

Imagine your entire supper with only one pan to clean – yep these Family Sheet Pan Suppers feed a family of four or more with only one pan for clean up!

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Craving a cheesy pasta? This Sheet Pan Pasta Bake With Chicken, Kale, And Tomatoes, And Cheese {Two Peas and Their Pod} is the perfect easy weeknight dinner!

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Nachos are often our Friday night dinner idea. Sheet Pan Nacho Dinner {The Baker Mama} is homemade with tortilla chips, black beans, chicken and all the fixings. A family favorite for an easy meal or game day great!

This Spicy Sheet Pan Thai Sweet Chili Shrimp {Killing Thyme} is done in 20 minutes! It also includes a recipe for from-scratch sweet chili sauce.

Melissa has some of the best recipes! restaurant quality, Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas {Number 2 Pencil} can be on the table in 30 minutes! Add it to your family favorites!

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Need something sweet? This Sheet Pan Thai Peanut Coconut Chicken with Pineapple {Carlsbad Cravings} will be loved by the kids!

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This Hawaiian Chicken with Sweet Potatoes, Peppers, and Pineapple {The Seasoned Mom} brings a sweet, fruity taste to the dinner plate.

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This Italian Turkey Meatloaf with Parmesan Rosemary Smashed Potatoes {Recipe Runner} is the perfect way to turn that traditional ho-hum meatloaf dinner into something special!

Pesto Chicken with Asparagus, Tomatoes and (surprise) Walnuts {Cooking Classy} is a simple sheet pan meal that’s brimming with flavor. It’s so easy to throw together yet the end result is so delicious!

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If you are watching your waistline or desiring to eat healthier, these High Protein Breakfast Recipes are a great way to start your day. Save time and energy as they are not only quick but also easy for mornings on the go!

High Protein Breakfast Ideas

So guys, I did it. I am back down to my pre-baby weight. As many of you know, I have 5 kids, the oldest being 11. I had twins 18 months ago. I don’t share this to brag, only to share how I accomplished my goal.  It really wasn’t hard, it took about six weeks of dedication. Maybe a little bit longer, but not much. I wanted to get it over with fast, so I was quite dedicated.

I joined Orange Theory in September 2018. By late February 2019, I hadn’t lost much weight. That didn’t concern me too much. I know muscle weighs more than fat and I saw incredible growth in my muscle tone. I was happy for those 6 months of getting my body fit and toned. I knew the next step meant a shift in my diet. When breast feeding the twins, I was eating an entire pack of OREOs every two to three days (I wasn’t sharing either.) I needed the calories, but the sugar and fat was definitely going somewhere. I was only 10 pounds above my pre-pregnancy weight and I decided to take the plunge and get rid of the remaining weight. Beach season was coming and I didn’t want what the last pregnancy left me.

I didn’t count my calories, but I ate less. Most important was my morning breakfast and my lunch. Then at dinner, I ate what my family ate but in moderation. For breakfast and lunch I ate high protein meals. Mostly shakes. If it wasn’t a shake, it was a protein bar. I didn’t snack in between (getting Invisilign during this time helped with that) and then I ate the same dinner my family had. If they had fajitas, I traded the tortilla for lettuce. If they ate pulled pork sandwiches, I tossed my pork over salad or only took half a bun.

By being strict on my diet, I was able to do this QUICKLY (that was important – because I know the duration sucks) and effectively.  I drank a lot of Bubly. It has no calories and no sweeteners but the fizz and taste help curb the cravings.

My favorite morning protein powder is BSN SYNTHA-6 Edge Protein Powder in Vanilla Milkshake. Vanilla seems to go with everything. Always add a very large handful of spinach in your smoothies. You can’t taste it and your body loves it. Another good blend is Chocolate Milkshake Protein Powder and add a small touch of peppermint extract – just like chocolate mint! Protein bars are by no means a five star dessert, but they fill you up. This Birthday Cake thinkThin bar was my favorite.

These High Protein Breakfast Ideas are here to give you a jump start to the day. Whether looking for more energy or wanting to drop a few pounds, these are some tasty (and hopefully easy) recipes for you to accomplish your goal. Enjoy!

Energy bites are one of my favorite go to recipe because so they quick and easy – one pop and a rush of flavor! These perfect Energy Ball Bites {Cheerful Choices} are morsels filled with amazing protein and fiber to keep you fuller longer.

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You are going to want to perfect a Soft or Hard Boiled Egg {Wanderings in My Kitchen}. Make them over the weekend and keep a bowl in your fridge so you can eat them quick. My favorite and sprinkling some Lawry’s Seasoning Salt on top!

Get your caffeine and protein in one! Turn on the blender and mix up this  Coffee Protein Smoothie {Diethood} for a cool breakfast drink. Smoothie’s packed with protein are much more filling than you might imagine. They are actually my go to breakfast because I am awful at prep!

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I don’t have time to bake pancakes during the week day, bet you don’t either! Bake and freeze these 4-Ingredient Protein Pancakes. {Skinny Ms} Warm in the microwave for 30 to 60 seconds!

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Did someone say cookie? Yep! This Blueberry Chocolate Chip Breakfast Cookie {The Tolerant Tummy} has oats, bananas and nut butter.

This Cinnamon Apple Smoothie {The Gracious Pantry} the shake that I made 30% of my mornings only I use half a green Granny Smith apple, a generous handful of spinach and most importantly a scoop of Vanilla Milkshake Protein Powder (do not skip this!)

Another smoothie, I always make in the morning is a Chocolate Mint Protein Shake {Nutritionist Reviews}. Amanda does a great job with this smoothie and fruit is good a good thing, but when I need to eliminate sugar or calories, I omit the banana. I also never have mint leaves on hand so I use Peppermint Extract. I do not use ice because it waters it down, just have cold milk (and by milk, I mean Almond Milk.)

These gluten-free, dairy-free Mixed Berry Oatmeal Muffins {Peanut Butter and Fitness} are easy to prep ahead for weekday breakfasts. They have 12 grams of protein per muffin!

Love egg muffins? Mix it up everyday with a Variety of Egg Muffin Cup Recipes {Life Made Sweeter} to keep your taste buds on their toes.

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Don’t forget breakfast for the kids. Save these Kids Breakfast Recipes for School Mornings. Pin to Pinterest.

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