Description
Easy Chicken Tetrazzini is a creamy, cheesy pasta casserole featuring tender shredded rotisserie chicken, a rich sauce made with cream of chicken soup and cream cheese, and topped with mozzarella, cheddar, and parmesan cheeses. Perfect for weeknight dinners or comforting family meals.
Ingredients
- 16 oz linguini (or fettuccini, spaghetti, bucatini)
- ¼ cup butter, softened (for buttering casserole dish)
- 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 (10.5 oz) cans cream of chicken soup, condensed
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried parsley (plus more for topping)
- ½ tsp pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- Cook linguini according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, combine cream of chicken soup, cream cheese, sour cream, chicken broth, garlic, dried parsley, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat over medium heat, whisking until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in shredded chicken and cooked pasta until evenly coated with sauce.
- Transfer mixture to prepared casserole dish and top with mozzarella, cheddar, and parmesan cheeses.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with additional parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick, convenient meal.
- Substitute pasta shapes as desired.
- This casserole reheats well and is great for leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian-American