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Best Chicken Tetrazzini

A comforting and flavorful baked pasta dish with creamy mushroom sauce, tender chicken, and a crunchy topping, perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cups cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions, garlic, and mushrooms until soft.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and thyme.
  5. Add the cooked pasta and shredded chicken to the sauce mixture and stir to combine.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
  7. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the top followed by the breadcrumbs.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be frozen for up to 3 months.