Easy Chicken Tetrazzini: A Comforting Twist with Turkey Bacon
Enjoy a comforting and delicious twist on the classic chicken tetrazzini, featuring savory turkey bacon for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 ounces turkey bacon, chopped
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese, such as mozzarella or cheddar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy.
- Add the onions and mushrooms to the skillet and sauté until softened.
- In a large pot, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken, turkey bacon mixture, cooked spaghetti, chicken broth, heavy cream, and seasonings. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, top with shredded cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite vegetables.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat cream and cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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