Vegetarian Chicken Spaghetti

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Elevate your pasta night with this hearty and flavorful Vegetarian Chicken Spaghetti recipe—a plant-based twist on classic comfort food. Perfectly cooked spaghetti is tossed in a rich tomato sauce brimming with sautéed onions, garlic, and vibrant red bell peppers, seasoned to perfection with Italian spices. Tender vegetarian chicken strips bring a meaty texture without the meat, while fresh basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese finish the dish with a burst of freshness and creamy richness. Ready in just 45 minutes, this wholesome and satisfying meal is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy dinners, all while catering to vegetarian diets.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 8 oz vegetarian chicken strips
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
• 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the vegetarian chicken strips and cook until lightly browned, about 5-6 minutes. Remove the strips from the skillet and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and sliced red bell pepper, and sauté for another 2-3 minutes until the peppers are slightly tender.

4. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes and tomato paste, mixing well to combine. Add Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

5. Simmer the sauce for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly.

6. Return the vegetarian chicken strips to the skillet and heat through for 2-3 minutes.

7. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to evenly coat the pasta with the sauce.

8. Garnish with chopped fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (335.4g)

Calories		395
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		16.4 g	21%
	Saturated Fat	4.0 g	20%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	1.0 g
Cholesterol		12 mg	4%
Sodium		814 mg	35%
Total Carbohydrate		41.6 g	15%
	Dietary Fiber	7.0 g	25%
	Total Sugars	7.0 g
Protein		21.8 g	44%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		222 mg	17%
Iron		3.4 mg	19%
Potassium		634 mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 590 cal (36.8%%)

Protein: 350 cal (21.8%%)

Carbs: 664 cal (41.4%%)