Description
This Easy Chicken Tetrazzini is a comforting American casserole featuring tender shredded chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and creamy cheese sauce tossed with spaghetti, then baked to golden perfection. A perfect family-friendly meal that’s simple to prepare and packed with rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 oz spaghetti or linguine
Sautéed Vegetables and Chicken
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
Sauce and Cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Topping
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
Garnish (Optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook Pasta: Boil the spaghetti or linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until they become tender and release their moisture.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Stir in the cooked shredded chicken, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix thoroughly and heat through until the mixture is hot and well combined.
- Mix with Pasta: Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss everything together so the noodles are evenly coated with the creamy chicken and mushroom sauce.
- Prepare for Baking: Transfer the pasta mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Add Topping: In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with olive oil or melted butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole for a crispy golden crust.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy your comforting chicken tetrazzini!
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add flavor.
- Swap cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken soup if preferred.
- Add frozen peas or sautéed bell peppers to increase vegetable content and color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
