Description
Classic chicken tetrazzini delivers comfort and nostalgia in one creamy, cheesy casserole. Savory pasta, tender chicken, and a silky sauce invite you to savor each delightful, hearty bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 4 chicken breasts, cooked and chopped
Dairy and Cheese:
- 2 cups sour cream
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
Pasta and Seasonings:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) linguini, cooked according to package directions
- 2 cans (10.5 ounces or 298 grams each) cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup (118 milliliters) chicken broth or stock
- ½ cup (113 grams) butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a moderate temperature of 350°F, creating an ideal environment for baking the creamy pasta dish.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, whisk together the melted butter, cream of chicken soup, tangy sour cream, savory chicken broth, and seasonings until the mixture achieves a smooth, homogeneous consistency.
- Gently fold the pre-cooked, diced chicken into the velvety sauce, ensuring each morsel is generously coated with the rich, creamy mixture.
- Introduce the cooked linguini to the saucy ensemble, carefully tossing and intertwining the pasta strands until they are thoroughly enrobed in the flavorful coating.
- Smoothly transfer the luxurious pasta medley into a rectangular glass baking dish, spreading it evenly to create a uniform layer that promises delectable bites.
- Lavishly scatter shredded mozzarella across the surface, followed by a delicate dusting of grated parmesan, which will melt into a golden, crispy topping.
- Slide the prepared dish into the preheated oven and allow it to bake until the cheese transforms into a bubbling, bronzed blanket and the sauce begins to simmer enticingly.
- Remove from the oven and let the dish rest momentarily, allowing the flavors to meld and settle, making it easier to serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Leftover chicken transforms into a creamy, comforting casserole that saves time and reduces food waste.
- Mozzarella and parmesan create a golden, crispy cheese topping that adds delicious texture and rich flavor.
- Prepare ingredients ahead of time to streamline the cooking process and make weeknight dinner a breeze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 870 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg