Simple and Comforting Chicken Tetrazzini

This creamy and cheesy Chicken Tetrazzini is a family-friendly comfort food, perfect as a make-ahead meal and ideal for using up leftover turkey or chicken.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8

Full Ingredient List

1 pound thin spaghetti, cooked al dente
1 pound seasoned cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
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
1/2 cup frozen peas
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Chicken Tetrazzini Bake

Tools and Equipment

Large bowl
Whisk
9x13 baking dish
Foil
Oven

Ingredients

Quantity	Name	Preparation Notes	Substitutions
1 pound	thin spaghetti	Cooked al dente	Any pasta
1 pound	seasoned cooked chicken	Chopped or shredded	Turkery, Seafood
10 ounces	cream of chicken soup		Homemade chicken cream sauce
10 ounces	cream of mushroom soup		Additional cream of chicken
2 cups	sour cream		Greek yogurt
1/2 cup	butter	Melted	Margarine
1/2 cup	low-sodium chicken broth		Vegetable broth
1/2 cup	frozen peas		Peas and carrots mix
1 1/2 cups	shredded mozzarella cheese		Provolone
1/2 cup	shredded cheddar cheese		Colby
2 tablespoons	grated Parmesan cheese		Asiago
1 teaspoon	salt
1/2 teaspoon	pepper
1/4 teaspoon	garlic powder
as needed	fresh chopped parsley	For garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Coat a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, melted butter, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined. (Tips: Ensure all soup clumps are smooth for a consistent sauce.)
Step 3: Stir in the cooked chicken, al dente spaghetti, and frozen peas, making sure everything is well coated with the sauce. (Tips: Toss gently to prevent the spaghetti from breaking.)
Step 4: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and evenly sprinkle the top with mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses. (Tips: Layer cheeses for an even cheesy top.)
Step 5: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the casserole is hot throughout. (Tips: Watch the cheese closely to avoid burning.)
Step 6: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and let it stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. (Tips: Allowing it to rest helps the sauce thicken slightly before serving.)

Additional Information

Notes: This recipe is excellent for using leftover rotisserie chicken or turkey. It can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge or freezer until ready to bake. Adjust seasonings to taste, and feel free to add in vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor.