If you’re in the mood for a delicious, easy-to-make dinner that’s perfect for any night of the week, then you need to try Chicken Tetrazzini! This comforting casserole is packed with creamy goodness, tender chicken, and perfectly cooked pasta—making it a crowd-pleasing favorite in our home. It’s one of those dishes that everyone loves, no matter the occasion.
Chicken Tetrazzini is a creamy pasta bake that’s easy to make. Cook spaghetti and combine it with a mix of cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, heavy cream, sour cream, spices, and shredded chicken. This tasty casserole recipe is easy to throw together and takes no time. To speed up the prep work, I used rotisserie chicken, which is pre-cooked chicken. Make sure to check out this other white chicken enchilada recipe. Or whip up this chicken marsala or even sesame chicken.
Reasons To Make This Chicken Tetrazzini
- This chicken tetrazzini dish is the ultimate comfort food.
- Tetrazinni is a very delicious recipe.
- A recipe that is great to use with pre-cooked chicken.
- It is a guaranteed crowd favorite or kid-friendly dish that you can eat any day of the week.
- This is a freezer-friendly dish as well, so you can make it and reheat it later!
Ingredients
- Chicken: Chicken adds a rich and savory flavor to the dish. I used rotisserie chicken for this recipe because it is already cooked, making it quicker to prepare.
- Spaghetti: The pasta is the main component of this dish and provides a comforting and hearty base for the casserole.
- Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup: This soup gives this recipe a creamy and earthy flavor.
- Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup: This ingredient adds creaminess and a chicken flavor to the sauce.
- Chicken Broth: Chicken broth enhances the chicken flavor in the casserole and gives moisture to the sauce.
- Heavy Cream: Heavy cream makes the sauce richer and creamier.
- Sour Cream: Sour cream gives this dish tanginess and creaminess.
- Shredded Mozzarella Cheese and Cheddar Cheese: These melty cheeses add a cheesy, gooey layer to the casserole’s top.
- Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Salt, Black Pepper, Italian Seasoning: These seasonings and spices enhance the flavor profile of the dish.
Variations to Recipe
- You can use egg noodles or other pasta shapes like fettuccine, penne, or linguine for this recipe.
- If you don’t have rotisserie chicken, you can use poached or roasted chicken breasts or thighs, leftover baked chicken, or leftover turkey for this recipe.
- Any type of cream soup can be used, or homemade cream soup as well.
- If you don’t have chicken broth on hand, you can use vegetable broth, chicken stock, or water.
- Half-and-half or whole milk can be used instead.
- Greek yogurt or plain yogurt can be used as a substitute for sour cream.
Tips For Success
- Make sure to chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces of uniform size.
- You want to cook the pasta according to the directions. Remember that you will bake the pasta in the oven, so you don’t want it overcooked or soggy.
- If you want a golden brown texture on top of the casserole, toss it in the oven and turn on the broiler.
- Do not overcook the casserole, or it can dry out the pasta dish.
Storing and Freezing
Storing: Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Then, you can reheat them when you are ready to eat.
Reheating: To reheat chicken tetrazzini, cover it with foil and bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes or until it is heated through. You can also reheat individual servings in the microwave.
Freezing: Simply assemble the casserole and then cover it tightly, and freeze it for up
to 3 months. When you’re ready to bake, thaw the casserole overnight in the fridge and
then bake it
FAQs
Can I make chicken tetrazzini in a slow cooker?
Yes, you can make chicken tetrazzini in a slow cooker. Combine all of the ingredients in the slow cooker and then cook it on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
Can I make chicken tetrazzini ahead of time?
Yes, you can make chicken tetrazzini ahead of time. Assemble the casserole, cover it with plastic wrap or aluminum foil, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When you’re ready to bake, let the casserole sit at room temperature for 30 minutes and then bake it!
Is chicken tetrazzini a good dish to make on busy weeknights?
Yes, this easy chicken tetrazzini recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. It’s quick and easy to make and sure to please the entire family.
What is the secret to making delicious chicken tetrazzini?
The secret to making delicious chicken tetrazzini is to always use high-quality ingredients and cook pasta al dente. Also, don’t overcook the chicken because this will make it dry. The best kind of chicken for this recipe is juicy chicken.
I recently shared a collection of my favorite comfort food recipes here on my food blog and Chicken Tetrazzini was an absolute must-have in the lineup. There’s just something about the combination of a rich, creamy sauce with savory chicken that makes this meal feel like a warm hug on a plate.
This dish brings together tender, succulent chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a rich, creamy sauce—creating a combination that feels like a cozy, comforting hug. It’s one of those recipes that never fails to bring back memories of home-cooked meals, and with good reason! The layers of flavor, the velvety texture, and the crispy topping make it a meal that’s simple enough for any weeknight but indulgent enough to feel like a special treat.
If you’re someone who loves comfort food as much as I do, you’ll want to add this Chicken Tetrazzini to your regular rotation. It’s one of those dishes that will make everyone feel right at home, no matter the occasion. You’ll find this recipe (and many others) here where I share all of my go-to meals that are easy to make, full of flavor, and guaranteed to satisfy. So, if you haven’t already, be sure to give this delicious casserole a try. It’s a guaranteed winner that’ll have your kitchen smelling amazing and your taste buds thanking you. Happy cooking!
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Chicken Tetrazzini
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chopped, or shredded chicken.
- 1 lb spaghetti
- 1 10.75 oz can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 10.75 oz can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups sour cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and then grease a 9×13 casserole dish with olive oil or cooking spray. Set the dish aside.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook your spaghetti for 12 minutes or until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain and rinse the pasta with cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent it from sticking.
- In a large bowl, combine mushroom soup, chicken soup, chicken broth, heavy cream, and sour cream.
- Add in garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, Italian seasoning, and chopped chicken. Mix all the ingredients well.
- Add cooked pasta to the creamy sauce mixture and stir until all the pasta is evenly coated. Add the reserved cup of pasta water if the mixture seems a little dry.
- Transfer half of the chicken and pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish and then sprinkle cheese 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and ½ cup of cheddar over it.
- Add the rest of the chicken pasta mixture and top it with the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
- Bake the casserole for 35-45 minutes until hot, bubbly, and the cheese has melted.
- Let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley and serving with garlic bread, green beans, or a side salad for a complete meal
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Comments & Reviews
Judy Davis says
This was so easy and delicious!
Dora Kolkhorst says
Love your recipe!