Description
Easy Chicken Tetrazzini is a creamy, cheesy baked pasta dish featuring tender shredded chicken, spaghetti, mushrooms, and a rich sauce made with heavy cream and chicken broth. This comforting casserole is topped with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese and baked to golden, bubbly perfection in about 40 minutes. Perfect for a family dinner, it combines simple ingredients into a deliciously satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 12 oz spaghetti, cooked
Sauce and Cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetables and Seasonings
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, cooked spaghetti, heavy cream, chicken broth, mozzarella, Parmesan, sliced mushrooms, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until all ingredients are thoroughly mixed into a creamy, cohesive mixture.
- Assemble in Baking Dish: Pour the prepared mixture into the greased baking dish evenly. For added cheesiness, sprinkle extra shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly, indicating the dish is heated through and the cheese is melted perfectly.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for a few minutes to set. Serve warm for a comforting, hearty meal.
Notes
- Use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Feel free to substitute spaghetti with linguine or fettuccine if desired.
- You can add a small amount of white wine to the sauce for extra depth of flavor.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream, but the texture will be less rich.
- Adding breadcrumbs on top before baking can create a crunchy topping.
