Ingredients
– 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
– 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine pasta
– 1 cup sliced mushrooms
– ½ cup chopped onion
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup frozen peas
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– ¼ cup all-purpose flour
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– ¼ teaspoon paprika
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Easy Chicken Tetrazzini is a breeze when you follow these straightforward steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook Pasta: In a large pot, cook spaghetti or fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, garlic, and mushrooms. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Make the Sauce: Sprinkle flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir for 1-2 minutes. Gradually pour in chicken broth while whisking. Then, add heavy cream, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Continue to stir until the sauce thickens, about 4-5 minutes.
5. Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked chicken, peas, and drained pasta to the sauce. Stir to combine until everything is coated nicely.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle Parmesan and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
8. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
9. Garnish and Cool: Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
By following these simple steps, you’ll have a comforting dish that’s sure to impress!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 24g
- Protein: 42g