Easy Chicken Tetrazzini for a Large Family

Easy Chicken Tetrazzini for a Large Family
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 45 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    22

Indulge in the creamy comfort of Chicken Tetrazzini, a family-sized casserole that marries tender chicken, delicate angel hair pasta, and a rich, cheesy sauce. Perfect for a cozy night in or a crowd-pleasing gathering.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    31 g
  • Cholesterol
    91 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    28 g
  • Saturated Fat
    14 g
  • Sodium
    976 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    26 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

02

Step

In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Gently place the chicken breasts into the boiling water and cook until cooked through, about 12-15 minutes. A thermometer inserted into the center should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken and let cool slightly before cutting into 1-inch pieces.

03

Step

In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, approximately 5 minutes. Stir in the cream of mushroom, cream of chicken, and cream of celery soups. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently. Incorporate half of the shredded Cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and the sauce is smooth, about 5 minutes. Add the cooked chicken pieces, half-and-half, pimentos, white wine, mushrooms, parsley, and steak sauce. Simmer gently until heated through.

04

Step

While the sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente, usually 4-5 minutes. Drain well.

05

Step

In a large baking dish, combine the drained pasta with the creamy chicken mixture, ensuring the pasta is evenly coated. Sprinkle the remaining Cheddar cheese over the top, followed by a pinch of paprika.

06

Step

Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and golden brown, about 45 minutes.

For a richer flavor, consider using bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs. Bake them until cooked, let them cool, remove the skin and bone, and shred the meat.
Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese! Gruyere, Monterey Jack, or a blend of Italian cheeses would all work well.
If you want to make this ahead of time, assemble the casserole but don't bake it. Cover it tightly with foil and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add 15 minutes to the baking time.
Add frozen peas or broccoli florets to the sauce for added vegetables.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 7 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Sofia Kling

    Easy to follow and very satisfying. I will be making this again!

  • Alec Gibson

    I substituted cream cheese for one of the cream soups, it was amazing!

  • Stacey Jacobi

    This was a huge hit with my family! Even my picky eaters loved it.

  • Marlene Bartell

    I added some frozen peas to the sauce and it was delicious!

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