Chicken Tetrazzini
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
658 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Chicken Tetrazzini
Description
The Chicken Tetrazzini recipe uses linguine tossed in a creamy, savory sauce crafted by making a roux with butter and flour, then gradually adding milk and chicken broth. The sauce is seasoned with chicken bouillon, seasoned salt, paprika, pepper, and incorporates both mozzarella and Parmesan for richness.
Fresh mushrooms are sautéed with celery, onion, and garlic, then deglazed with white wine before combining with the sauce. Cooked, chopped chicken and fresh parsley complete the mix, which is combined thoroughly with the cooked pasta. The dish is ready to bake or serve, offering a creamy and hearty pasta casserole.
This dish works well as a main course that pairs with light sides or a salad. Using whole wheat pasta is suggested for a healthier variation. The components can be made ahead, keeping sauce and pasta separate to preserve texture. The assembled casserole can be frozen for up to three months but note the sauce may thicken as pasta absorbs moisture.
Ingredients
- 1 lb linguine noodles ,(or sub spaghetti or angel hair)
- 8 oz cremini mushroom or button mushrooms, sliced (optional, fresh
- ½ cup butter , divided
- ½ yellow onion diced
- 2 celery ribs chopped
- 3 cloves garlic , minced
- ¼ cup white wine
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup chicken broth low-sodium
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon paste , or one cube
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt Lawry's brand
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese divided, freshly shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese divided, freshly shredded
- 1 ½ cups chicken chopped, cooked
- 1/3 cup parsley fresh chopped
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside
- Saute veggies: Add butter to dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Once melted, add mushrooms, spreading them apart into an even layer. Sauté for several minutes on medium high heat, then turn and cook on the other side for a few minutes. Add celery and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add ¼ cup white wine to deglaze the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes. Remove contents to a bowl and set aside.
- Make sauce: Add remaining ¼ cup butter to the pan and stir in flour. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually stir in milk and chicken broth until smooth. Season with chicken bouillon, season salt, pepper, and paprika. Once sauce begins to slightly thicken, remove from heat. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
- Combine: Stir in ½ cup mozzarella cheese and ¼ cup parmesan cheese. Stir in sautéed vegetables. Add noodles, cooked chicken and parsley and use tongs to toss and coat everything in sauce.
- Bake: Pour into casserole dish and smooth into an even layer. Top with remaining ½ cup mozzarella cheese and ¼ cup parmesan cheese. Bake at 375 for 25 minutes.
Notes
- For a healthier option, substitute whole wheat spaghetti for linguine.
- Use leftover cooked turkey as a substitute for chicken if desired.
- Prepare the sautéed vegetables and sauce ahead, storing separately from cooked pasta in the refrigerator until ready to combine and bake.
- The assembled casserole can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw completely before baking, noting the sauce will be less loose as the pasta absorbs moisture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 658 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 658kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 69g | 23% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 99mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 738mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 613mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1125IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 308mg | 31% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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