Creamy Turkey (Or Chicken) Spaghetti Bake Recipe

Name: Creamy Turkey (Or Chicken) Spaghetti Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups fresh button mushrooms, sliced; 6 tablespoons butter; 1 small onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic (or to taste); 2 small celery ribs, chopped; 1 teaspoon dry chili flakes (can use more or can use 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper in place of flakes); 1/4 cup flour; 1 3/4 cups half-and-half cream; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 1/2 cups chicken broth; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 10 ounces spaghetti (can use more); salt and pepper; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 3 cups cooked turkey or 3 cups chicken, chopped; 1 1/2 cups frozen peas, cooked (or use canned peas); 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese (or to taste) or 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese (or to taste); 1 1/2 cups dry breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 3 tablespoons melted butter

Servings: persons

5 cups fresh button mushrooms, sliced
6 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic (or to taste)
2 small celery ribs, chopped
1 teaspoon dry chili flakes (can use more or can use 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper in place of flakes)
1/4 cup flour
1 3/4 cups half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup dry white wine
10 ounces spaghetti (can use more)
salt and pepper
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
3 cups cooked turkey or 3 cups chicken, chopped
1 1/2 cups frozen peas, cooked (or use canned peas)
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese (or to taste) or 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese (or to taste)
1 1/2 cups dry breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons melted butter

1
In a large heavy saucepan cook the fresh mushrooms in butter over medium heat, stirring until they release their liquid (make certain that all of the water from the cooked mushrooms has evaportated completely before continuing with the recipe).
2
Add in the onions, garlic, celery and dryed chili flakes; saute for about 5-6 minutes.
3
Add in the flour and cook for about 3 minutes over low heat.
4
Slowly add in the half and half cream, Dijon mustard, chicken broth and wine; bring the mixture to a boil, stirring, then simmer for about 20 minutes (long enough for the alcohol in the wine to cook off a bit).
5
Add in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese; mix to combine and simmer 1 minute; set the sauce aside.
6
Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water until JUST firm-tender; drain VERY well, the transfer to a large bowl.
7
Set oven to 350 degrees.
8
Butter a 3-quart casserole dish (or larger).
9
Pour the cooked sauce over the spaghetti and then add in the peas and cooked turkey or chicken; toss well to combine.
10
Transfer the mixture to prepared casserole dish.
11
Sprinkle with the shredded cheese.
12
In a small bowl mix together the breadcrumbs with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, then sprinkle over the shredded cheese.
13
Drizzle the melted butter over the crumbs.
14
Bake for about 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.

1556

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

125

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups fresh button mushrooms, sliced, 6 tablespoons butter, 1 small onion, chopped, 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic (or to taste), and more.

Yes, Creamy Turkey (Or Chicken) Spaghetti Bake falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamy Turkey (Or Chicken) Spaghetti Bake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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