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Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini
Caroline

Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini

A rich and comforting baked pasta dish made with tender chicken, creamy sauce, and plenty of melty cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners, holidays, or potlucks.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 525

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb linguini
  • 0.25 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cans (10 oz each) cream of chicken soup
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Equipment

  • large pot for pasta
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Boil linguini in salted water, 1 minute less than the package suggests. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, cream cheese, garlic, sour cream, chicken broth, parsley, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth.
  4. Stir in half of the mozzarella and cheddar. Fold in shredded chicken and cooked pasta until evenly coated.
  5. Transfer mixture to prepared dish and top with remaining cheese.
  6. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving for the creamiest texture.

Notes

  • Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or family dinners.
  • Double the batch and freeze one for a quick future meal.
  • Customize with different cheeses or veggies for variety.