Easy Chicken Tetrazzini
Easy Chicken Tetrazzini is a creamy, comforting pasta dish featuring tender chicken, mushrooms, and a rich sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it's simple to prepare and sure to please the whole family.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 large skillet
- 1 whisk
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 baking dish (3-quart)
- 1 spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti or egg noodles
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup frozen peas
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste salt and pepper
- chopped parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, cook the spaghetti or egg noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes, until they're tender.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, sautéed mushrooms, chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and half of the cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked pasta and frozen peas to the skillet and stir until everything is well mixed.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle the top with remaining cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, then garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, you can incorporate herbs such as thyme or parsley into the filling.
This dish is great for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.