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Close-up of two stuffed flatbread wraps on a wooden plate, filled with chickpeas, corn, chicken, and herbs. The wraps are cut to reveal their savory filling. A blurred background with greenery and a checkered tablecloth adds a cozy, rustic feel.
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Vegetarian Costco Chicken Bake (With Chickpeas!)

These vegetarian Costco-style chicken bakes are easy to make with pizza dough and perfect for meal prep. Freeze and reheat in just 5 minutes for a nostalgic grab-and-go lunch
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Diet: Halal, Vegetarian
Keyword: chicken bake, costco copycat
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Sarah Bond

Ingredients

Chickpea Filling

  • 8 pieces vegan bacon cooked
  • 3 15-oz cans chickpeas drained, 425 g cans
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 6 slices smoked provolone cut into small squares
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 1 cup vegetarian Caesar dressing
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp each salt and pepper

Assembly

  • 1 ½ to 2 lbs pizza dough I prefer 1 ½, which is typically portioned for 1 ½ pizzas
  • 1 egg whisked
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
  • Mixture: Cook 8 pieces vegan bacon according to package instructions, until crispy. Chop bite-sized pieces. Drain 3 15-oz cans chickpeas and add them to a large bowl. Use a potato masher or fork to roughly smash about half of them.
    Stir in 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 6 slices smoked provolone (cut into small squares), 3 green onions (sliced), 1 cup vegetarian Caesar dressing, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, and ½ tsp each salt and pepper.
    Glass bowl containing a mixture of chickpeas, shredded cheese, diced vegetables, and a creamy dressing on a red and white checkered tablecloth.
  • Roll Dough: Portion 1 ½ to 2 lbs pizza dough into 4 pieces. On a floured surface, roll each out to be 9 x 5 inches. Scoop ¼ of the chickpea mixture onto each in a long log, compacting it with your hands into a mound.
    Dough on a wooden board topped with a chickpea filling and shredded cheese mixture, set against a red and white checkered cloth background.
  • Pinch Shut: Pull dough over the chickpea mound and pinch the edges shut. Transfer to a lined baking sheet.
    A loaf of uncooked dough rests on a light wooden surface with a red and white checkered cloth in the background.
  • Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk 1 egg. Brush the egg lightly over each "chicken" bake.
    A pastry brush applies egg wash to dough on a wooden surface with a red and white checkered tablecloth in the background.
  • Cheese: Combine ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese and ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese in a small bowl, then sprinkle onto each "chicken" bake.
    Four unbaked bread loaves topped with shredded cheese on a parchment-lined baking tray, set on a checkered red and white cloth.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
    Four golden brown bread loaves topped with melted cheese, arranged in a row on parchment paper.
  • Serve: Let stand for a few minutes before digging in–they're hot!
    Close-up of a sliced burrito filled with chickpeas, shredded chicken, and herbs, reminiscent of a homemade twist on the popular Costco chicken bake. Its artistically arranged on a wooden plate with a leafy plant blurred in the background.

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Notes

Storage: In an airtight container, you can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Or, store them in the freezer after baking for up to 3 months. From the freezer, reheat in the microwave for 3-4 minutes and then finish in the air fryer to get them crispy again.
What's the best vegan bacon? I like to use Morningstar. It has the best texture and smoky flavor of any I've tried.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 741kcal | Carbohydrates: 76g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 34.6g | Saturated Fat: 9.7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3.6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17.6g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 1681mg | Potassium: 392mg | Fiber: 10.9g | Sugar: 8.5g | Vitamin A: 669IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 475mg | Iron: 4.2mg
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