Description

Chicken Tetrazzini is a rich, creamy, and comforting dinner that combines tender chicken with a luscious, cheesy (plant-based) sauce, smoky turkey bacon, and pasta for a rewarding and cozy meal perfect for any day of the week.

Ingredients

Scale

Proteins

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
4 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped

Vegetables and Aromatics

1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced

Pasta

8 ounces spaghetti or angel hair pasta

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons plant-based butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups plant-based milk
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
1 cup plant-based cheese, shredded

Seasoning and Garnish

Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients: Cook pasta al dente according to package instructions, then drain and set aside. Finely chop mushrooms, onion, and garlic. Cut smoked turkey bacon into small pieces and shred or cube the cooked chicken.
Cook the Aromatics and Bacon: In a large skillet, melt plant-based butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent. Add turkey bacon pieces and cook until they release a smoky aroma and begin to crisp slightly.
Make the Creamy Sauce: Sprinkle flour over the cooked onions and bacon, stirring constantly to form a roux. Slowly whisk in plant-based milk and chicken broth, stirring smoothly to avoid lumps. Stir in vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) and cook while stirring until the sauce thickens. Add the natural gelling agent gradually, stirring to reach perfect sauce consistency.
Combine the Tetrazzini Ingredients: Fold mushrooms and chicken into the sauce, warming through. Add the cooked pasta and mix gently but thoroughly to coat everything evenly. Stir in shredded plant-based cheese and let it melt into the sauce for a creamy, cheesy texture.
Bake for Perfection: Transfer the entire mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle extra plant-based cheese on top. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden around the edges.

Notes

Do not overcook pasta as it will soften further during baking.
Sauté mushrooms and bacon well to enhance their flavors.
Add natural gelling agent gradually to control sauce thickness.
Choose a melt-friendly plant-based cheese for best creaminess.
Allow the baked dish to rest a few minutes before serving to meld flavors.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 420
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: Chicken Tetrazzini, creamy chicken pasta, plant-based cheese, turkey bacon, comfort food, easy dinner recipe, gluten-free pasta recipe