Description
Crack Chicken Spaghetti is a creamy, cheesy, and smoky pasta dish featuring smoked turkey bacon, plant-based cheese, and a luscious sauce thickened with a natural gelling agent. This comforting and satisfying meal combines tender shredded chicken breast with a rich, flavorful sauce that coats every strand of spaghetti, making it perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 8 oz smoked turkey bacon, chopped
- 12 oz spaghetti pasta
- 1 cup shredded plant-based cheese
- 1 tsp natural gelling agent
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 2 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 4 oz plant-based cream cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Cook the smoked turkey bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until it is crisp and golden. Remove from the skillet and chop into bite-sized pieces. Cook the spaghetti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: If not already prepared, cook chicken breast and shred it into small pieces. Set aside.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: In the same skillet used for bacon, add the minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the plant-based cream cheese and shredded plant-based cheese, allowing them to melt and thicken the sauce. Gradually add the natural gelling agent while stirring to ensure a smooth, thick sauce.
- Combine Everything: Add the shredded chicken, smoked turkey bacon pieces, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Stir thoroughly to combine and heat through.
- Mix with Pasta: Toss the cooked spaghetti into the sauce mixture, coating every strand well. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes to allow the pasta to absorb the creamy sauce, creating a luxuriously rich dish.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked chicken for better texture and flavor.
- Do not overcook the pasta; aim to keep it al dente to hold up in the sauce.
- Add the natural gelling agent gradually to avoid lumps.
- Adjust salt and pepper seasoning after combining all ingredients for balanced taste.
- Let the dish rest briefly before serving to meld the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: creamy spaghetti, plant-based cheese pasta, smoked turkey bacon pasta, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, healthy chicken spaghetti