Best 6 Classic Chicken Tetrazzini Recipes

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Indulge in the timeless elegance of Chicken Tetrazzini, a classic dish that has captivated taste buds for generations. Originating in San Francisco during the early 20th century, this culinary masterpiece showcases tender chicken nestled in a creamy mushroom sauce, enveloped in a blanket of melted cheese and crowned with a golden-brown breadcrumb topping. Our comprehensive guide presents a collection of Chicken Tetrazzini recipes tailored to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore each recipe, uncovering the secrets to creating this iconic dish that promises to tantalize your senses and transport you to a realm of culinary bliss.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN TETRAZZINI



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Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ cup butter
1 (8-ounce) package sliced fresh baby portobello mushrooms
1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 (16-ounce) package medium egg noodles, cooked according to package directions
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 cups frozen peas
1 (5-ounce) package shredded Parmesan cheese
¼ cup panko (Japanese bread crumbs)
2 teaspoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Spray a 3-quart baking dish with cooking spray. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add mushrooms, onion, and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 6 minutes. Stir in flour, thyme, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Stir in broth and cream; cook, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Stir in noodles, chicken, peas, and cheese until well combined, and cook until heated through. Spoon mixture into prepared pan. In a small bowl, stir together bread crumbs and oil; sprinkle onto casserole. Bake until hot and bubbly, 35 to 45 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

CLASSIC CHICKEN TETRAZZINI



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You can also substitute ham or turkey for the chicken. This dish was named for Luisa Tetrazzini, a well known, well FED turn-of-the-century Italian singer!

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 chicken tenderloins
salt and pepper to taste
¾ cup fresh sliced mushrooms
1 red bell pepper, chopped
½ yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package uncooked spaghetti
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon garlic salt
ground black pepper to taste
½ cup shredded Swiss cheese
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Steps:

  • In a large non-skillet, saute the tenderloins. Salt and pepper to taste. Add the mushrooms, red bell peppers and yellow bell peppers and cook until vegetables are tender.
  • Cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, melt the butter or margarine and blend in flour. Gradually stir in the chicken broth and half-and-half. Cook over medium low heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce begins to thicken. Add garlic salt and ground black pepper to taste. Blend in the Swiss and Parmesan cheeses and continue heating, stirring constantly, until the cheeses melt.
  • Stir in the chicken/vegetable mixture and heat thoroughly. Toss with the cooked pasta and top with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 70.4 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 566 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

CHICKEN TETRAZZINI



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My husband is not a casserole lover, but this creamy, cheesy chicken tetrazzini is one of his favorites! Nutmeg gives it a wonderful, different taste. As a busy mother with three young sons, I put this easy recipe to good use. -Kelly Heusmann, Cincinnati, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons white wine or chicken broth, optional
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
8 ounces spaghetti, cooked and drained
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook mushrooms in butter until tender. Stir in flour; gradually add the chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in the cream, parsley, salt, nutmeg, pepper, and wine if desired. Fold in the chicken and spaghetti. , Turn into a greased 3-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 763mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

CLASSIC CHICKEN TETRAZZINI



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An easy weeknight winner.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Time 55m

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ (8-oz.) packages vermicelli
½ cup butter
½ cup all-purpose flour
4 cups milk
½ cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon seasoned pepper
2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
4 cups diced cooked chicken
1 (6-oz.) jar sliced mushrooms, drained
¾ cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a Dutch oven over low heat; whisk in flour until smooth. Cook 1 minute, whisking constantly. Gradually whisk in milk and wine; cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, 8 to 10 minutes or until mixture is thickened and bubbly. Whisk in bouillon granules, seasoned pepper, and 1 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Remove from heat; stir in diced cooked chicken, sliced mushrooms, and hot cooked pasta.
  • Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish; sprinkle with slivered almonds and remaining 1 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes or until bubbly.

CHICKEN TETRAZZINI



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This yummy dish can also be made with chopped ham or turkey (a great use for Thanksgiving leftovers)!

Provided by Nicole Leonard

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti
1 ½ teaspoons margarine
¼ cup chopped onion
3 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
4 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon celery salt
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Melt margarine in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in melted margarine until soft and translucent, 5 to 7 minutes; add to the spaghetti along with chicken, evaporated milk, cream of chicken soup, 4 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese, celery salt, salt, and black pepper. Toss mixture to evenly mix; transfer to prepared dish. Sprinkle 4 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese over spaghetti mixture.
  • Bake in preheated oven until cheese is melted and mixture is bubbling, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 114.5 mg, Fat 27 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 912 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

CLASSIC CHICKEN TETRAZZINI



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Make and share this Classic Chicken Tetrazzini recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cubed
1/4 cup butter
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup flour
2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup light cream
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 teaspoons dry white wine
8 ounces spaghetti, cooked and drained
3/4 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In skillet, cook chicken in butter, 2 minutes.
  • Add mushrooms, cook and stir 2 minutes.
  • Stir in flour, add the broth.
  • Cook, stirring, until sauce comes to a boil.
  • Remove from heat, stir in cream, parsley, salt, nutmeg, pepper and wine.
  • Fold in the spaghetti.
  • Put in a greased pan or casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with parmesan.
  • Bake, uncovered at 350* for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.7, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 45.6, Sodium 690.4, Carbohydrate 25.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.1, Protein 16.6

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use a combination of light and dark meat chicken.
  • If you don't have dry sherry on hand, you can substitute white wine or chicken broth.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the dish, such as chopped carrots, celery, or mushrooms.
  • If you want a creamier sauce, add more heavy cream or milk.
  • Garnish the finished dish with chopped parsley or grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Classic chicken tetrazzini is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and flavorful mushrooms, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give classic chicken tetrazzini a try.

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