Description
Creamy chicken tetrazzini brings comfort and nostalgia to your dinner table, blending tender pasta with rich sauce and succulent chicken. Pasta lovers will savor this classic Italian-American casserole that promises warmth and satisfaction in every delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
Pasta and Grains:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) dried spaghetti or other long pasta
Dairy and Cheese:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) sliced white or cremini mushrooms
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a moderate 350°F, preparing a comfortable environment for the dish to bake.
- Prepare spaghetti by boiling in salted water until perfectly al dente, then drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Create a flavor base in a large skillet by gently melting butter and softening onions, garlic, and mushrooms until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Introduce cooked chicken into the skillet, blending smoothly with cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and chicken broth to form a rich, creamy sauce.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper, ensuring a balanced and harmonious flavor profile.
- Fold the cooked spaghetti into the sauce, coating each strand evenly and thoroughly.
- Transfer the entire mixture to a well-greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Generously sprinkle Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses across the top, creating a tempting golden blanket.
- Optional: Scatter breadcrumbs over the cheese for an additional crispy texture.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the top turns golden and the edges bubble with enthusiasm.
Notes
- Customize protein by swapping chicken with turkey, shrimp, or tofu for varied dietary preferences.
- Use gluten-free pasta and ensure cream of mushroom soup is gluten-free to make this dish celiac-friendly.
- For a lighter version, replace cream of mushroom soup with Greek yogurt and reduce cheese quantity to cut calories.
- Toast breadcrumbs separately before sprinkling for an extra crispy, golden-brown topping that adds delightful texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg