{"id":211409,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-16T00:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/2-for-1-chicken-tetrazzini\/"},"modified":"2024-09-29T13:02:32","modified_gmt":"2024-09-29T18:02:32","slug":"2-for-1-chicken-tetrazzini","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/2-for-1-chicken-tetrazzini\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicken Tetrazzini"},"content":{"rendered":"
Chicken tetrazzini is a rich, creamy casserole dish that has become a beloved classic in many households. It originated in the early 20th century and is named after the famous Italian opera singer Luisa Tetrazzini, but the dish itself is an American creation.<\/p>\n
This chicken tetrazzini recipe is just like mom’s chicken tetrazzini<\/a>, a comforting chicken casserole<\/a> that combines tender chicken, pasta and a luscious cream sauce, all baked to perfection. What\u2019s more, this recipe makes two casseroles: one to enjoy now and one to freeze for later or even give away. It\u2019s a thoughtful way to share a delicious meal with a friend or neighbor.<\/p>\n Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions for al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.<\/p>\n Editor’s Tip<\/em>: Cooking the spaghetti until al dente ensures it will absorb some of the sauce while baking without becoming mushy.<\/p>\n In a Dutch oven, melt the butter, then stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, half-and-half and whipping cream. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cook and stir until it’s thickened, about two minutes.<\/p>\n Remove the sauce from the heat, and stir in the chicken, mushrooms, pimientos and drained spaghetti, tossing gently to coat everything evenly.<\/p>\n Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. Transfer the mixture to two greased 11×7-inch baking dishes, then sprinkle them with Parmesan cheese. Cover and freeze one casserole for up to two months.<\/p>\n Bake the casserole, uncovered, until it’s heated through, 20 to 25 minutes.<\/p>\n Editor’s Tip:<\/em> When you’re ready to eat the frozen casserole, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight. Cover and bake at 350\u00b0 for 30 minutes. Uncover the pan, and continue baking until the casserole is heated through, 15 to 20 minutes more. Give it a stir before serving.<\/p>\n Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat them in the oven or microwave until warmed through. The second casserole can be frozen for up to three months.<\/p>\n To freeze the casserole, cover it with foil and label it with the date. Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.<\/p>\n This recipe is perfect for making ahead, even if you’re not freezing it for long-term storage. Prepare the casserole up to the point of baking, then cover and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking.<\/p>\n Cooked, cubed chicken breasts or thighs work well for this recipe. For convenience, you can also use rotisserie chicken.<\/p>\n Absolutely! Fresh mushrooms can be sauteed in butter before adding them to this recipe for chicken tetrazzini, creating even more flavor.<\/p>\n Some of our favorite sides for this dish include mushroom wild rice<\/a>, garlic bread<\/a> and\u00a0Parmesan roasted broccoli<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Chicken tetrazzini is a classic comfort dish. 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I usually add 1\/2 cup. It will push this recipe over the top.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-01-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MaryA703"},"reviewBody":" I usually just save recipes and never make them but I had all of the ingredients except for pimentos so I used PrplMonky5\u2019s tip and used 1\/2 chopped onion and a full chopped sweet red pepper. I love this and will definitely be making it over and over. My husband kept saying \u201cthis is so good!\u201d<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2025-05-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Russ638"},"reviewBody":" I made this 5\/11\/25; FANTASTIC! I did mod it some (I know many hate that, so close your eyes). I made half batch, or one 11 x 7 pan. I sauteed the mushrooms along with 1.5c frozen onions\/peppers, 2 clv minced garlic, splashing with white wine to deglaze. Also added 1\/2 c white wine to sauce (thx Jay913). Gently folded in .75c frozen peas. Mine took ~45 mins to bake well. I'm always careful with salt, so with this I used amount called for, and it's perfect for me when lightly salting when serving. My main takeaway is I'd double the sauce next time, but leave amount of wine the same. (Okay, you can open your eyes and continue, now) Will definitely make again. r-<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveCocktail"},"reviewBody":"Very good. And forget the other reviewer who acts like simpler recipes are for morons. Simple and easy to prepare recipes are not just for \"people who don't know how to cook\" - they are also for busy people, people with large families like mine, or for potlucks when you don't have lots of time to prepare stuff. I am a good cook, and have been married 36 years, yet I ALWAYS LIKE and save recipes that are easy to prepare. So THERE.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-09-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedAirBalloon"},"reviewBody":"super easy and delicious. I was looking for something to use the rest of my rotisserie chicken and decided to try this. A nice change of pace and yummy!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-01-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeHat"},"reviewBody":"I found this recipe in an old country woman magazine by Mrs Mcphee. Made it today and it is absolutely delicious. Will def make again. I didn\u2019t have pimentos so I used a frozen seasoning blend mix with onions and assorted bell peppers. I also added garlic. Just wonderful.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-06-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBike"},"reviewBody":"Delicious and easy. It will definitely join the family favorites.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-10-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCoffee"},"reviewBody":"This was very good. I added peas and omitted the pimientos. I will definitely make this again. It was creamy and rich.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-02-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBowtie"},"reviewBody":"This was divine. I made it with the leftover turkey from Thanksgiving.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-01-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanButton"},"reviewBody":"I made this recipe without the pimientos, and added peas to it. I also bought two cooked chickens at the grocery store and used it in this recipe and it was great! I would definitely recommend this recipe. Very good, and the family loved it!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-09-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleButton"},"reviewBody":"I made this dish as directed except I did leave out the pimientos. It was wonderful! My husband who isn't much of a pasta person LOVED IT! He went back for seconds and thirds! haha","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-01-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenSword"},"reviewBody":"Very good and warms up well!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-04-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldCupcake"},"reviewBody":"This was pretty good but I felt like it needed something. I made the full recipe and froze half of it for later. I omitted the mushrooms and subbed out the pimientos. Instead of pimientos, I cut up some sweet red pepper, then sauteed it with some onion after cooking the chicken. I think I didn't cut up enough though. I used about half a smallish onion, and half of a medium sized red pepper. Next time I'll try adding in other vegetables and see if that helps. I think this recipe could have also benefited from some garlic, maybe sauteed with the peppers and onions. I also think that the amount of chicken could be a little lower, maybe more like 3.5C. After baking the dish, I put it under the broiler for a couple of minutes to crisp up the grated parmesan, which worked out really well. Overall a good recipe, but I'll probably do some tweaks because it felt like it was missing something.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-01-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenDog"},"reviewBody":"I made this without the pimientos and used fresh mushrooms instead of canned. My kids loved it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-04-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedRocket"},"reviewBody":"We had this for dinner tonight, it was great. I did add tsp. each of savory and garlic powder though. Very budget friendly. I recommend serving with fresh steamed asparagus!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-05-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBone"},"reviewBody":"I make this for my daycare kids and the absolutely love it. It is a favorite for all of them","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-04-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanScissors"},"reviewBody":"This was really good!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-11-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueFish"},"reviewBody":"Very good. We left out the pimientos. I cut the recipe in half, I didn't need to freeze any. Rich, and filling. Easy to make.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedRing"},"reviewBody":"awesome taste ... I did add about a 1\/2 cup of grated Parmesan to the chicken mixture but probably didn't need to ...","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-04-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenPaw"},"reviewBody":"Really good!! I didn't use the pimientos and added peas and used fresh mushrooms. This dish went over well for our group of friends and was easy to put together!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-01-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeBattery"},"reviewBody":"So good, we loved it and will make again more often.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"21694","romance_copy_dek":"Chicken tetrazzini is a classic comfort dish. 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Cook the spaghetti<\/h3>\n
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Step 2: Make the sauce<\/h3>\n
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Step 3: Combine the ingredients<\/h3>\n
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Step 4: Prepare the casseroles<\/h3>\n
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Step 5: Bake the casserole<\/h3>\n
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Chicken Tetrazzini Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Chicken Tetrazzini<\/h2>\n
Can you freeze chicken tetrazzini?<\/h3>\n
Can you make chicken tetrazzini recipes ahead of time?<\/h3>\n
Chicken Tetrazzini Tips<\/h2>\n
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What type of chicken is best for chicken tetrazzini?<\/h3>\n
Can I use fresh mushrooms instead of canned?<\/h3>\n
What should I serve with chicken tetrazzini?<\/h3>\n