Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe
This Easy Chicken Tetrazzini is a comforting and creamy baked pasta casserole featuring tender shredded rotisserie chicken, linguini noodles, and a rich sauce made from cream of chicken soup, cream cheese, and sour cream. Topped with a blend of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses, this classic dish is baked until bubbly and golden brown, making it a perfect hearty meal for weeknights or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 16 oz linguini (or spaghetti, bucatini, or fettuccini)
Chicken
- 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded
Sauce
- 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of chicken soup
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp pepper
Cheese & Topping
- ¼ cup butter, softened (for buttering casserole dish)
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare casserole dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter a 9×13-inch casserole dish with the softened butter to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- Cook pasta: Boil the linguini in salted water until al dente, then drain thoroughly and set aside to cool slightly.
- Make the sauce: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, softened cream cheese, minced garlic, sour cream, chicken broth, dried parsley, Italian seasoning, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine ingredients: Stir half of the shredded mozzarella, cheddar cheeses, shredded rotisserie chicken, and cooked pasta into the sauce mixture, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Assemble casserole: Transfer the combined mixture into the buttered casserole dish. Evenly sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheeses on top along with the grated Parmesan cheese and an extra pinch of dried parsley for garnish.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 35 minutes, or until the dish is bubbly and the cheese topping has turned golden brown.
- Rest and serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes to allow it to set before serving. This helps make portioning easier and enhances flavor melding.
Notes
- You can substitute different pasta shapes like spaghetti, bucatini, or fettuccini based on preference.
- Leftover rotisserie chicken works perfectly for this recipe, making it quick and convenient.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more pepper or Italian seasoning if desired.
- For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream.
- The casserole can be covered with foil and refrigerated overnight before baking; just add a few extra minutes to baking time if chilled.
Keywords: Chicken Tetrazzini, Creamy Chicken Pasta Casserole, Baked Pasta, Comfort Food, Rotisserie Chicken Recipe
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