Best 7 Authentic Chicken Tetrazzini Recipes

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Chicken tetrazzini is an iconic dish that has been enjoyed by people of all ages for generations. Its combination of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and flavorful mushrooms creates a truly unforgettable experience. If you are looking for an authentic chicken tetrazzini recipe that will transport you to culinary heaven, then you have come to the right place. In this article, we will guide you through the steps of preparing this classic dish, ensuring that you achieve the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, we guarantee that you will love the results. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey and discover the secrets of creating the most extraordinary chicken tetrazzini.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN TETRAZZINI



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My husband is not a casserole lover, but this creamy, cheesy chicken tetrazzini is one of his favorites! Nutmeg gives it a wonderful, different taste. As a busy mother with three young sons, I put this easy recipe to good use. -Kelly Heusmann, Cincinnati, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons white wine or chicken broth, optional
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
8 ounces spaghetti, cooked and drained
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook mushrooms in butter until tender. Stir in flour; gradually add the chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in the cream, parsley, salt, nutmeg, pepper, and wine if desired. Fold in the chicken and spaghetti. , Turn into a greased 3-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 763mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

CLASSIC CHICKEN TETRAZZINI



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You can also substitute ham or turkey for the chicken. This dish was named for Luisa Tetrazzini, a well known, well FED turn-of-the-century Italian singer!

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 chicken tenderloins
salt and pepper to taste
¾ cup fresh sliced mushrooms
1 red bell pepper, chopped
½ yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package uncooked spaghetti
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon garlic salt
ground black pepper to taste
½ cup shredded Swiss cheese
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Steps:

  • In a large non-skillet, saute the tenderloins. Salt and pepper to taste. Add the mushrooms, red bell peppers and yellow bell peppers and cook until vegetables are tender.
  • Cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, melt the butter or margarine and blend in flour. Gradually stir in the chicken broth and half-and-half. Cook over medium low heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce begins to thicken. Add garlic salt and ground black pepper to taste. Blend in the Swiss and Parmesan cheeses and continue heating, stirring constantly, until the cheeses melt.
  • Stir in the chicken/vegetable mixture and heat thoroughly. Toss with the cooked pasta and top with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 70.4 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 566 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

CLASSIC CHICKEN TETRAZZINI



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Make and share this Classic Chicken Tetrazzini recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cubed
1/4 cup butter
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup flour
2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup light cream
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 teaspoons dry white wine
8 ounces spaghetti, cooked and drained
3/4 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In skillet, cook chicken in butter, 2 minutes.
  • Add mushrooms, cook and stir 2 minutes.
  • Stir in flour, add the broth.
  • Cook, stirring, until sauce comes to a boil.
  • Remove from heat, stir in cream, parsley, salt, nutmeg, pepper and wine.
  • Fold in the spaghetti.
  • Put in a greased pan or casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with parmesan.
  • Bake, uncovered at 350* for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.7, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 45.6, Sodium 690.4, Carbohydrate 25.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.1, Protein 16.6

BEST CHICKEN TETRAZZINI



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This is the number one most requested dish at my house. Even my picky pre-teen daughters love this. Legend has it that this dish is named after a nineteenth century opera singer, Luisa Tetrazzini. This dish MUST be made a day in advance.

Provided by kevin4201

Categories     Poultry

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 boneless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 1/2 teaspoons celery salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
6 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup whipping cream
2/3 cup parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 lb uncooked spaghetti

Steps:

  • Cook chicken in lots of water until done. Save the stock!
  • Tear chicken into pieces and toss with onion salt and celery salt. Set aside.
  • Cook 1/2 lb of spaghetti per label directions in the reserved chicken stock. (add more water as needed).
  • Drain spaghetti and place in 9 x 13 baking dish.
  • In a skillet heat 3 tbsp butter,1 tbsp lemon juice and 1/2 tsp salt until melted. Pour this mixture over cooked spaghetti and toss lightly.
  • In same skillet slowly heat another 3 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp flour, 1/2 tsp pepper, 1/8 tsp nutmeg and 1/4 tsp paprika until smooth and thick. Remove from heat.
  • Add whipping cream to above mixture and stir.
  • Add the above to the chicken and toss.
  • Spoon chicken evenly over spaghetti.
  • Cover the chicken and spaghetti with 2/3 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Cook uncovered for 25 minutes in a 400 degree oven and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 907.3, Fat 58.4, SaturatedFat 31.6, Cholesterol 234.8, Sodium 785.4, Carbohydrate 48.5, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.4, Protein 46

CHICKEN TETRAZZINI



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There's no need to create a complicated sauce for this easy chicken tetrazzini recipe. With some precooked chicken and a couple cans of soup, you can have a fuss-free baked pasta dinner that's sure to be a hearty, homemade favorite.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 oz uncooked spaghetti
2 tablespoons butter
1 package (8 oz) sliced fresh mushrooms (about 3 cups)
3 cups chopped cooked chicken
2 cans (10 1/2 oz each) condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 cups sour cream
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Chopped fresh parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Cook spaghetti as directed on package using minimum cook time; drain.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook mushrooms in butter 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and browned.
  • In large bowl, mix cooked spaghetti, mushrooms, chicken, soup, sour cream and pepper. Pour mixture into baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until bubbling on edges and completely heated through. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize About 1 1/2 Cups, Sodium 660 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

CHICKEN TETRAZZINI



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Chicken tetrazzini takes its name from the Italian opera star Luisa Tetrazzini, and was a mainstay of upscale restaurant menus of the early 20th century. Today, though, it is hardly fancy. (And definitely not Italian.) The recipe that follows is built on the frame of what might be called a Mississippi-style tetrazzini, made with canned tomatoes and chiles and processed cheese. The chef Brad McDonald, who grew up in Yazoo City, at the top of the Delta, used to cook a bespoke version for his tasting menu at the Lockhart, a restaurant in London, using washed-rind Irish cheese and a mixture of roasted green bell peppers and jalapeños to flavor his shredded chicken, along with porcini mushrooms and guajillo chiles. I made a few changes of my own, and discovered a weeknight casserole of great distinction.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     dinner, for two, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms
4 medium-size poblano peppers
5 dried guajillo chiles, ends snipped and seeds discarded
1 1/2 cups chicken stock, homemade or low-sodium
1 1/2 cups whole milk
3 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced
1 medium-size shallot, peeled and thinly sliced
8 ounces Cheddar cheese, grated
1 pound spaghetti
1 store-bought rotisserie chicken, the meat removed and shredded, approximately 1 pound
1 lemon, juiced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup parsley, roughly chopped, optional

Steps:

  • Turn broiler to high, and set a large pot filled with salted water over high heat to come to a boil. As oven heats, place the mushrooms in a small bowl, and pour boiling water over them, then leave them to soak for approximately 20 to 25 minutes, then strain and set aside.
  • Place the poblanos on a small sheet pan, and set on the highest rack under the broiler so that the skin blackens, turning a few times so that the roasting is even, approximately 15 to 20 minutes. When the skin is blackened and blistered all over, place the peppers in a medium bowl, cover it with a plate and allow to rest.
  • Make the sauce. Put the dried chiles in a medium pot set over medium-high heat, and allow them to cook until they become fragrant, approximately 5 to 7 minutes, then turn heat to low, and add the chicken stock, milk, garlic and shallots. Allow the mixture to cook at just below a simmer for approximately 10 minutes, or until the chiles have softened. Remove from heat, and pour into a blender, then add 6 ounces of the grated Cheddar, and process to a smooth consistency. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, remove the skin and seeds from the roasted poblanos, and cut them into thin strips. Set aside.
  • Heat oven to 400. Cook the spaghetti in the boiling salted water in the large pot until just al dente, approximately 9 to 10 minutes. Drain, and rinse under cold water until cool, then drain again.
  • Return the spaghetti to the cooking pot, and toss it with the roasted pepper strips, the mushrooms, the shredded chicken meat and the lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a casserole dish, approximately 9 inches by 13 inches, and pour the reserved cheese sauce over it. Cover with the remaining shredded cheese, place in oven and bake until the cheese has melted and started to turn golden brown, approximately 20 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley, if you like, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 649, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 39 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 777 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ITALIAN CHICKEN TETRAZZINI



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This classic Italian dish gets a speedy make-over with this dish. It is so creamy and tasty that it will be requested often.-Lynnette Davis, Tullahoma, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
2 tablespoons diced pimientos, drained
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
4 ounces spaghetti, cooked and drained
1 cup sour cream
Grated Parmesan cheese
Paprika

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add soups and mushrooms. Stir until well blended. Remove from the heat; add pimientos, chicken, spaghetti and sour cream. , Pour mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 30g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 1046mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the final dish will be. Opt for organic, free-range chicken, fresh mushrooms, and a creamy Alfredo sauce made from scratch.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken breast can quickly become dry and tough if overcooked. Cook it until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Use a variety of mushrooms: Different types of mushrooms offer different flavors and textures. Try using a mix of cremini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms for a flavorful and interesting dish.
  • Make the Alfredo sauce from scratch: While you can use a store-bought Alfredo sauce, making it from scratch is easy and will give you a much more flavorful result.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many ways to customize chicken tetrazzini to your own taste. Try adding different vegetables, herbs, or spices. You can also use different types of pasta, such as penne or rotini.

Conclusion:

Chicken tetrazzini is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy Alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and flavorful mushrooms, it's a dish that everyone will love. Whether you're making it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, chicken tetrazzini is sure to be a hit.

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