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Chicken Tetrazzini

A tried-and-true dish that still works well today is chicken tetrazzini since it's inexpensive, simple, and tasty. This traditional recipe combines cooked chicken with pasta and creamy sauce.
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken Tetrazzini
Yield: 6

Materials

  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms sliced
  • 2 10 ounce cans Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 pound Cooked Chicken boneless skinless and shredded or chopped
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas cooked to about half of the package directions cook just enough to defrost
  • 12 ounces Spaghetti cooked to package directions for al dente
  • cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese divided 1 cup to stir in the sauce and ½ cup for the top
  • 3 tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese divided 2 tablespoons to stir in the sauce and 1 tablespoon to sprinkle on top
  • 1 teaspoon Chopped Parsley for garnish optional

Instructions

  • For the pasta later, heat up a big pot of water to a medium-to-medium-high temperature.
  • Cook the peas according to the package's instructions, but only use about half of the recommended amount of time. Sauté them just long enough to thaw. Put them away for later use.
  • Set oven temperature to 350°F.
  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted and frothy, include the mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 to 8 minutes, or until they are tender and part of the liquid has cooked off.
  • Toss in the pasta later and bring a big pot of water to a boil over medium to medium-high heat.
  • Cook the peas according to the package guidelines, cutting the recommended cooking time in half. Just enough heat will allow them to thaw. Store them for later use.
  • Turn the oven on to 350°F.
  • Put the butter in a big saucepan and melt it over medium heat. Add the mushrooms once it has melted and foamed. Simmer them for 7 to 8 minutes, stirring often, or until they are tender and part of the liquid has evaporated.

Bring the chicken tetrazzini together

  • Stir together the chicken, noodles, and peas with the sauce. Add two tablespoons of parmesan cheese and one cup of mozzarella cheese after that.
  • Toss in the chicken tetrazzini and cover loosely with aluminum foil in a large baking dish (about 2.5 to 3 quarts).
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbling hot throughout.
  • Take off the aluminum foil and sprinkle 1 tablespoon of parmesan and the remaining ½ cup of mozzarella cheese on top. Bake, uncovered, until the cheese melts, three to five minutes.
  • If preferred, add a little chopped parsley as a garnish. Present and savor.