Description
Chicken tetrazzini brings creamy pasta comfort straight from your kitchen to the dinner table, packed with tender chicken and a rich, cheesy sauce that makes weeknight meals feel special. Baked until golden and bubbling, this classic casserole delivers hearty flavor your family will absolutely devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups chicken, shredded
- 8 ounces spaghetti, cooked
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
Cheese:
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Supporting Ingredients:
- ½ cup onion, chopped
- 2 cups cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Warm your oven to 350°F, preparing a cozy environment for your casserole.
- Grab a spacious mixing bowl and tumble in 2 cups shredded chicken and 8 ounces cooked spaghetti noodles.
- Add 1 cup sliced mushrooms and ½ cup chopped onion to the bowl for extra flavor and texture.
- Pour 2 cups cream of mushroom soup and 1 cup chicken broth over the ingredients.
- Season the mixture with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Stir everything together until each ingredient is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Coat a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Transfer the creamy chicken and pasta blend into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle 1 cup grated Parmesan and 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese across the top.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Watch for golden, bubbling cheese and a slightly crispy top as your signal of doneness.
- Retrieve the dish and scatter ¼ cup fresh chopped parsley over the surface for a bright finish.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy shortcut to save time in the kitchen.
- Swap out regular spaghetti for whole wheat or gluten-free pasta to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Add some frozen peas or diced bell peppers for extra nutrition and color in the casserole.
- Toast the breadcrumbs before sprinkling on top for a crunchier, more textured finish that adds depth to the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg