Description
Ina Garten’s chicken tetrazzini brings classic Italian-American comfort to dinner tables with creamy pasta and tender chicken. Rich parmesan cheese and delicate mushrooms create a luxurious casserole you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta and Protein:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cooked pasta linguini
- 4 chicken cooked breasts, diced
Dairy and Cheese:
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) sour cream
- ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (226 grams) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) Parmesan cheese, grated
Liquid and Seasoning:
- 2 cans cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt with parsley flakes
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the kitchen workspace by heating the oven to 350°F (175°C). Coat a 9-x-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until perfectly tender, ensuring a slight firmness. Once done, drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Create the creamy mixture by combining shredded cooked chicken, condensed chicken soup, sour cream, softened butter, chicken broth, garlic salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl. Whisk ingredients until smooth and well-integrated.
- Fold the cooked pasta into the chicken mixture, gently stirring to ensure even distribution of sauce and ingredients.
- Transfer the complete mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to create a consistent layer.
- Generously sprinkle Parmesan and Mozzarella cheeses across the entire surface, covering the chicken and pasta mixture completely.
- Place the uncovered dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Look for a golden-brown cheese top and bubbling edges as indicators of perfect doneness.
- Remove from oven and let the Chicken Tetrazzini rest for 5-7 minutes to allow the sauce to settle and flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Customize your cheesy chicken pasta by experimenting with different cheese blends or adding sautéed mushrooms for an extra flavor boost.
- Rotisserie chicken transforms this dish into a quick and effortless meal, saving precious time during busy weeknights.
- Freezing portions ensures you’ll have a comforting meal ready whenever hunger strikes or unexpected guests arrive.
- Pair this creamy casserole with a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables to balance the rich, indulgent flavors.
- Leftovers stay delicious for 3-4 days, making it a smart choice for meal prep and budget-conscious cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 602
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 974 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 23 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 119 mg