Easy Chicken Tetrazzini
Ingredients
- 16 oz linguini
you can also use fettucini, spaghetti, bucatini, etc.
- 1/4 cup butter softened
for buttering the casserole dish
- 1 rotisserie chicken
shredded
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
shredded
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
shredded
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
grated
- 2 10.5 oz cans cream of chicken condensed soup
- 1 block cream cheese
softened, 8 oz
- 5 garlic cloves
minced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried parsley
plus more for topping
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp italian seasoning
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degress
- 2
Boil noodles to al dente according to the package instructions while you prepare the sauce base in your largest mixing bowl.
- 3
Combine all of the sauce ingredients and whisk together until smooth. Add half of the shredded cheeses, the rotisserie chicken, and the noodles and toss until the noodles are well coated and evenly combined.
- 4
Butter the bottom and sides of a casserole dish then turn out the pasta mixture into the casserole dish distributing it evenly. Top with handfuls of the remaining shredded cheese on top and dried parsley. Bake in the oven for 35 minutes or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
- 5
For serving, I like to sprinkle on some seasoning salt if needed and red pepper flakes. Of course warm dinner rolls or Texas toast pair well and something green like steamed broccoli and salad.
Easy Chicken Tetrazzini
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, hearty meal that feels like a warm hug but won't keep you in the kitchen all evening? This Easy Chicken Tetrazzini is your answer, bringing those cozy memories of home to your dinner table in a deliciously simple way.
What makes this creamy chicken tetrazzini truly special is its incredible depth of flavor and effortless preparation. By leveraging the convenience of a rotisserie chicken, you can achieve a lusciously creamy, garlicky, and cheesy pasta casserole that's perfect for even the busiest weeknights. It’s a classic comfort food reimagined for modern schedules.
Prepare for a rich, satisfying experience with every forkful. You'll find perfectly cooked pasta enveloped in a velvety, garlicky sauce that's brimming with three types of cheese—mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan—and tender shredded chicken. The interplay of sour cream, cream cheese, and cream of chicken soup creates an exceptionally smooth texture and balanced flavor that’s both familiar and wonderfully indulgent. This dish is designed to be a family favorite, delivering a hearty meal without a complicated process.
Feel free to customize your tetrazzini to suit your pantry. While linguini is suggested, this recipe is incredibly versatile; you can easily swap in fettuccine, spaghetti, or bucatini for a similar result. For an extra layer of flavor, consider a mix of your favorite cheeses like gruyere or fontina alongside the mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan. Don't forget a sprinkle of extra dried parsley on top for a fresh finish.
This comforting pasta casserole is ideal for a casual family dinner or a relaxed gathering with friends. It pairs beautifully with a simple green salad to cut through the richness, making it a complete and satisfying meal.