Description
Chicken Tetrazzini is a creamy, comforting casserole featuring tender seasoned chicken, spaghetti, and a rich sauce made from cream of chicken and mushroom soups, sour cream, and melted butter. Topped with a blend of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses, then baked to golden perfection, this dish is perfect for a hearty family meal.
Ingredients
Sauce and Base
- 10 ounce can cream of chicken soup
- 10 ounce can cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1 pound seasoned cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
- 1 pound thin spaghetti, cooked al dente
Cheese Topping
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set it aside to use later.
- Make the Sauce Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, melted butter, low-sodium chicken broth, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
- Add Peas, Chicken, and Spaghetti: Stir in the frozen peas, seasoned cooked chicken, and cooked al dente spaghetti into the sauce mixture. Toss thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Transfer to Baking Dish and Add Cheese: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish. Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella, shredded cheddar, and grated Parmesan cheeses over the top.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. This allows the casserole to heat through and the flavors to meld.
- Bake Uncovered: After 30 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes. This step melts and lightly browns the cheese topping for a delicious finish.
- Garnish and Rest: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the top for color and freshness. Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes to set before serving.
- Serve: Scoop portions onto plates and enjoy this warm, creamy chicken tetrazzini casserole!
Notes
- You can substitute the peas with other vegetables like mushrooms, broccoli, or green beans if preferred.
- For added flavor, consider using homemade chicken broth instead of low-sodium canned broth.
- Make sure the spaghetti is cooked al dente to prevent it from becoming too mushy during baking.
- This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
- It’s best to use seasoned cooked chicken for optimal flavor; rotisserie chicken works well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American