Name: Old Fashioned Chicken Tetrazzini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 3 cups Cooked Chicken, shredded (Use rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation.); 8 ounces Spaghetti or Linguine (Any pasta can be used as per preference.); 2 tablespoons Butter; 2 cloves Garlic, minced (Adjust to taste.); 8 ounces Mushrooms, sliced; 2 cups Chicken Broth; 1 cup Heavy Cream (Can be substituted with half-and-half or plant-based cream for a lighter version.); 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated (Freshly grated will yield better flavor.); 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded (For topping.); 2 tablespoons Flour; to taste Salt (Adjust as needed.); to taste Pepper (Adjust as needed.); optional Parsley, chopped (For garnish.)

Old Fashioned Chicken Tetrazzini

Old Fashioned Chicken Tetrazzini is a comforting and delicious casserole that brings together tender chicken, creamy sauce, and pasta. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner at home. Its delightful combination of flavors makes it a classic favorite that never goes out of style.

Why Make This Recipe

Making Chicken Tetrazzini is a great choice for many reasons. It is an easy recipe that can feed a crowd, and it uses simple ingredients you may already have at home. The creamy sauce paired with golden cheese and tender chicken makes every bite feel like a warm hug. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to use leftover chicken!

How to Make Old Fashioned Chicken Tetrazzini

Ingredients:

Cooked Chicken
Spaghetti or Linguine
Butter
Garlic
Mushrooms
Chicken Broth
Heavy Cream
Parmesan Cheese
Mozzarella Cheese
Flour
Salt
Pepper
Parsley (optional)

Directions:

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a large baking dish.

Step 2: Boil salted water and cook spaghetti until al dente, then drain.

Step 3: In a skillet, melt butter, add garlic and mushrooms, cook until tender.

Step 4: Add flour to the mushroom mixture, stir, then gradually pour in chicken broth and add heavy cream; simmer until thickened.

Step 5: Stir in parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, adjusting seasoning to taste.

Step 6: Combine cooked pasta and chicken with the sauce, mixing gently.

Step 7: Transfer to the baking dish.

Step 8: Top with mozzarella cheese.

Step 9: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.

Step 10: Let sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.

How to Serve Old Fashioned Chicken Tetrazzini

Serve Chicken Tetrazzini hot from the oven, garnished with a sprinkle of parsley if desired. It pairs well with a simple green salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.

How to Store Old Fashioned Chicken Tetrazzini

To store leftovers, allow the dish to cool completely, then cover it tightly with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it for up to 2 months. Just make sure to reheat it thoroughly before serving.

Tips to Make Old Fashioned Chicken Tetrazzini

Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or bell peppers for extra flavor.
Adjust the seasoning to your taste; a little extra garlic or cheese can enhance the dish.
If you like a crispy topping, broil the dish for a few minutes after baking.

Variation

You can swap the chicken for cooked turkey for a Thanksgiving-inspired dish or use shrimp for a seafood twist. For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a plant-based cream.

FAQs

What type of pasta works best for Chicken Tetrazzini?

Spaghetti or linguine are traditional choices, but you can use any pasta you like, such as penne or fettuccine.

Can I make this dish ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the casserole and store it in the refrigerator for a day before baking. Just cover it well and bake it when you’re ready.

Is Chicken Tetrazzini a good dish for freezing?

Absolutely! Chicken Tetrazzini freezes well. Just make sure it’s cooled before placing it in the freezer. When ready to enjoy, thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in the oven.

Old Fashioned Chicken Tetrazzini

A comforting and delicious casserole that features tender chicken, creamy sauce, and pasta, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Casserole, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 600

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

3 cups Cooked Chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation.
8 ounces Spaghetti or Linguine Any pasta can be used as per preference.
2 tablespoons Butter
2 cloves Garlic, minced Adjust to taste.
8 ounces Mushrooms, sliced
2 cups Chicken Broth
1 cup Heavy Cream Can be substituted with half-and-half or plant-based cream for a lighter version.
1 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated Freshly grated will yield better flavor.
1 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded For topping.
2 tablespoons Flour
to taste Salt Adjust as needed.
to taste Pepper Adjust as needed.
optional Parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a large baking dish.
Boil salted water and cook spaghetti until al dente, then drain.
In a skillet, melt butter, add garlic and mushrooms, and cook until tender.
Add flour to the mushroom mixture, stir, then gradually pour in chicken broth and add heavy cream; simmer until thickened.
Stir in parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, adjusting seasoning to taste.

Assembly

Combine cooked pasta and chicken with the sauce, mixing gently.
Transfer to the baking dish.
Top with mozzarella cheese.

Baking

Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.
Let sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve hot from the oven, garnished with parsley if desired. It pairs well with a simple green salad and crusty bread. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat thoroughly before serving.