Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe Your Family Will Love

This Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe combines tender chicken and earthy mushrooms into a comforting casserole perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Total Time 55

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole

8 oz Spaghetti or Fettuccine or penne, rigatoni
3 cups Cooked Chicken shredded, rotisserie chicken suggested
8 oz Mushrooms or spinach, zucchini
4 tbsp Butter or olive oil for lighter option
1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
2 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for lighter version
1 cup Cream or Milk use milk to lower calories
1 cup Parmesan Cheese or mozzarella, Gruyère
to taste Salt and Pepper
4 cloves Garlic minced
1 medium Onion finely chopped

Equipment

large pot
Medium saucepan
Large mixing bowl
Casserole dish

Method

Cooking Steps

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil.
In a medium saucepan, melt butter and sauté onions and garlic until fragrant. Gradually whisk in flour, broth, and cream, cooking until thickened.
In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, and mushrooms. Pour in the creamy sauce and mix thoroughly.
Fold in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
Transfer to a greased 9x13 inch dish, cover with foil, and bake for 30-40 minutes, uncovering the last 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pair with a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

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