BEST Chicken Tetrazzini

BEST Chicken Tetrazzini

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Ready for a dinner that's quick, healthy, and bursting with flavor? Picture this: tender chicken, a creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked noodles, all baked to golden perfection. That's BEST Chicken Tetrazzini! Busy weeknights don't have to mean sacrificing a delicious, home-cooked meal. As someone who juggles work, family, and everything in between, I know how valuable simple, satisfying recipes are. BEST Chicken Tetrazzini is my go-to for a comforting classic that everyone loves.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Growing up, Sunday dinners at my grandmother's were legendary, and her tetrazzini was always the star. The aroma alone would fill the house with warmth and anticipation. While I've adapted her recipe over the years to be faster and healthier, the heart of it remains: a simple, delicious dish that brings people together. BEST Chicken Tetrazzini captures that same spirit of family and comfort, perfect for creating your own memories around the table.

Ingredients

  • Chicken:
    • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • Noodles:
    • 1 pound spaghetti or fettuccine, cooked al dente
  • Sauce:
    • 1/2 cup butter
    • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
    • 4 cups chicken broth
    • 1 cup milk
    • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
    • 1/4 cup dry sherry (optional)
    • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Toppings:
    • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
    • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
    • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe

  1. Preheat: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook Noodles: Cook spaghetti or fettuccine according to package directions. Drain well and set aside.
  3. Make Roux: In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  4. Add Broth and Milk: Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth. Then, stir in milk. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
  5. Season and Flavor: Stir in Parmesan cheese and sherry (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cooked noodles, shredded chicken, and sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
  7. Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and melted butter.
  8. Assemble and Bake: Pour the chicken and noodle mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle the breadcrumb topping evenly over the top.
  9. Bake: Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  10. Cool and Serve: Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your BEST Chicken Tetrazzini!

BEST Chicken Tetrazzini

BEST Chicken Tetrazzini

Quick, healthy, and flavorful BEST Chicken Tetrazzini with tender chicken, a creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked noodles, baked to golden perfection. A comforting classic perfect for busy weeknights.
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Course: Main Course
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
Noodles
  • 1 pound spaghetti or fettuccine, cooked al dente
Sauce
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/4 cup dry sherry (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Equipment

  • Large Saucepan
  • Large Bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • 9×13-inch Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. **Preheat:** Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. **Cook Noodles:** Cook spaghetti or fettuccine according to package directions. Drain well and set aside.
    1 pound spaghetti or fettuccine, cooked al dente
  3. **Make Roux:** In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
    1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  4. **Add Broth and Milk:** Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth. Then, stir in milk. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
    4 cups chicken broth, 1 cup milk
  5. **Season and Flavor:** Stir in Parmesan cheese and sherry (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated, 1/4 cup dry sherry (optional), Salt and pepper
  6. **Combine Ingredients:** In a large bowl, combine cooked noodles, shredded chicken, and sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
    1 pound spaghetti or fettuccine, cooked al dente, 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  7. **Prepare Topping:** In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and melted butter.
    1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated, 2 tablespoons melted butter
  8. **Assemble and Bake:** Pour the chicken and noodle mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle the breadcrumb topping evenly over the top.
    2 cups cooked chicken, shredded, 1 pound spaghetti or fettuccine, cooked al dente
  9. **Bake:** Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  10. **Cool and Serve:** Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your BEST Chicken Tetrazzini!

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