Description

Experience a creamy and comforting Chicken Tetrazzini made with smoked turkey bacon and melty plant-based cheese in this easy and delicious pasta bake. Tender shredded chicken is combined with a rich, velvety sauce thickened by a natural gelling agent and baked to create a golden, bubbly crust, perfect for a cozy dinner any night of the week.

Ingredients

Scale

Protein & Pasta

2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
8 ounces spaghetti
4 slices smoked turkey bacon

Vegetables & Aromatics

1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced

Sauce Ingredients

2 cups chicken broth
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
1 cup plant-based milk
2 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
1 tsp natural gelling agent
1 cup plant-based cheese, shredded

Garnish & Seasoning

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the pasta and chicken: Boil the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Shred cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces for even distribution in the dish.
Cook the smoked turkey bacon and vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the smoked turkey bacon until slightly crisp. Remove from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté diced onions, minced garlic, and sliced mushrooms until softened and fragrant.
Make the creamy sauce: Add chicken broth, apple cider vinegar (natural), plant-based milk, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and natural gelling agent into the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Stir constantly over medium heat until the sauce thickens and becomes silky smooth.
Combine all ingredients: Return the smoked turkey bacon to the skillet, then add the shredded chicken, cooked spaghetti, and plant-based cheese. Toss gently until the cheese melts and all ingredients are evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
Bake to perfection: Transfer the mixture into a baking dish. Sprinkle extra plant-based cheese on top. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes until the top turns golden and bubbly.

Notes

Do not overcook the pasta; it will finish cooking during baking without becoming mushy.
Use warm broth and plant-based milk when making the sauce to activate the natural gelling agent evenly.
Sauté onions, garlic, and mushrooms thoroughly to build a deep, savory flavor base before making the sauce.
Let the dish rest for 5–10 minutes after baking to allow the sauce to set and flavors to meld.
Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley right before serving for color and brightness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 380
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Chicken Tetrazzini, creamy pasta bake, smoked turkey bacon, plant-based cheese, comfort food, easy dinner