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Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Easy Chicken Tetrazzini recipe is a creamy, comforting pasta casserole featuring tender chicken, a rich sour cream and cream of chicken soup sauce, and a cheesy topping baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a family dinner, it combines simple ingredients with classic flavors for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 1 (16-ounce) package linguine, fettuccine, or spaghetti

Chicken

  • 4 chicken breasts, cooked and diced

Sauce

  • 2 (10.5-ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt with parsley flakes
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Cheese Topping

  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect baking temperature for the casserole.
  2. Cook Pasta: Prepare the pasta according to the package instructions until it is al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Make Sauce Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, softened butter, chicken broth, garlic salt with parsley flakes, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are fully incorporated to create a smooth sauce.
  4. Combine Pasta and Chicken: Add the cooked pasta and diced chicken breasts into the sauce mixture. Toss gently but thoroughly to evenly coat the pasta and chicken with the creamy sauce.
  5. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish lightly to prevent sticking. Transfer the pasta and chicken mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly.
  6. Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the surface, then follow with an even layer of grated Parmesan cheese for a flavorful crust.
  7. Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to keep moisture in and bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven.
  8. Uncover and Finish Baking: Remove the foil carefully, then bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese topping is golden brown and bubbly.
  9. Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven. This allows it to set, making it easier to serve and enhancing flavors.

Notes

  • You can substitute cooked turkey or leftover roasted chicken for the chicken breasts.
  • For a lighter version, use low-fat sour cream and reduced-fat cheese.
  • Adding mushrooms or peas can provide extra vegetables and flavor.
  • Ensure the pasta is cooked al dente to prevent it from becoming mushy after baking.
  • Covering with foil during the first baking helps retain moisture, while uncovering at the end crisps the top.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/easy-chicken-tetrazzini-recipe-3/