Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe – Better Than Takeout

Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe – Better Than Takeout. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the creamy, comforting dish that’s ready in just 30 minutes. The melty cheese and tender chicken will make your family beg for this. Keep reading for my best tips or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Blackberry Muffins and Mushroom Tacos That Taste Like Heaven.

What You'll Need for Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe – Better Than Takeout

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• chicken breasts
• spaghetti
• mushrooms
• onion
• garlic
• butter
• flour
• milk
• chicken broth
• parmesan cheese
• mozzarella cheese
• salt
• pepper
• Optional: parsley
• Optional: breadcrumbs

How to Make Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe – Better Than Takeout

1. Cook Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook in a pan until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
2. Cook Pasta: Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, sauté mushrooms, onions, and garlic until softened.
4. Make Sauce: Add butter to the pan, then whisk in flour to create a roux. Slowly add milk and chicken broth, stirring until the sauce thickens. Stir in parmesan cheese.
5. Assemble Tetrazzini: In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, cooked pasta, sautéed vegetables, and cheese sauce. Pour into a greased casserole dish. Top with mozzarella cheese and breadcrumbs.
6. Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Storing & Reheating Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe – Better Than Takeout

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: You can assemble this dish ahead of time and refrigerate before baking.

Freezing Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe – Better Than Takeout

Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pasta and substitute cornstarch for the flour in the sauce.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken with cooked turkey or shrimp.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead instructions.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little more chicken broth. If it's too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes to reduce.

Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe – Better Than Takeout

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

25 mins

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Total

40 mins

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• chicken breasts
• spaghetti
• mushrooms
• onion
• garlic

Seasonings

• butter
• flour
• milk
• chicken broth
• parmesan cheese
• mozzarella cheese
• salt
• pepper

Optional Toppings

• parsley
• breadcrumbs

Instructions

1. Cook Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook in a pan until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
2. Cook Pasta: Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, sauté mushrooms, onions, and garlic until softened.
4. Make Sauce: Add butter to the pan, then whisk in flour to create a roux. Slowly add milk and chicken broth, stirring until the sauce thickens. Stir in parmesan cheese.
5. Assemble Tetrazzini: In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, cooked pasta, sautéed vegetables, and cheese sauce. Pour into a greased casserole dish. Top with mozzarella cheese and breadcrumbs.
6. Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pasta and substitute cornstarch for the flour in the sauce.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken with cooked turkey or shrimp.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead instructions.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little more chicken broth. If it's too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes to reduce.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
• Make ahead: You can assemble this dish ahead of time and refrigerate before baking.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 35g
• Fat: 25g
• Carbs: 45g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 800mg
• Cholesterol: 120mg
• Sat. Fat: 14g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!