Chicken Tetrazzini
Make this chicken tetrazzini recipe for a creamy, cheesy, and comforting meal. Easy to prepare, customizable, and perfect for family dinners!
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Large Pot
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Chicken
- 3 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
Pasta
- 12 oz spaghetti or egg noodles
Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms cremini or button
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
Topping
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs for crispy topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
- Cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter and sauté mushrooms until soft and golden.
- Sprinkle flour over mushrooms and stir well to create a roux.
- Slowly add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring constantly until sauce thickens.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
- Combine cooked pasta, shredded chicken, and sauce in a large mixing bowl. Toss until evenly coated.
- Transfer mixture to the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with mozzarella (or cheddar) cheese and breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be frozen before baking. To add extra flavor, use rotisserie chicken and mix in some sautéed onions and garlic.