Description
Indulge in a comforting and creamy Classic Chicken Tetrazzini that’s perfect for a satisfying family meal. This baked pasta dish combines tender chicken, savory mushrooms, and a rich cheese sauce for a deliciously hearty dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Spaghetti:
- 12 ounces spaghetti
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional:
- 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the spaghetti: Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil. Sauté onion until softened, then add garlic and mushrooms. Stir in flour to make a roux. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, milk, and heavy cream. Cook until thickened.
- Combine ingredients: Remove the sauce from heat and add sour cream, salt, and pepper. Mix in cooked spaghetti and shredded chicken. Fold in Parmesan and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Combine breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the top. Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute turkey for chicken if preferred.
- Add peas or spinach for extra veggies.
- For a lighter version, use reduced-fat dairy options.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
