Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe – Cozy Comfort Food

Easy Chicken Tetrazzini is the ultimate comfort food, ready in just 30 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the creamy, golden crust you’ll love. The fresh herbs and crispy breadcrumbs make this dish irresistible. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Golden Crust Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins and Mango Curd Tart Recipe.

What You'll Need for Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe – Cozy Comfort Food

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

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 8 oz spaghetti
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp flour
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• Optional: 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Optional: 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

How to Make Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe – Cozy Comfort Food

1. Cook Chicken: Cook chicken breasts in a skillet until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
2. Cook Pasta: Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté onions, mushrooms, and garlic until softened. Add frozen peas and cook for another 2 minutes.
4. Make Sauce: Melt butter in the skillet, then add flour to create a roux. Slowly whisk in chicken broth, heavy cream, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Cook until thickened.
5. Combine Ingredients: Add cooked chicken, spaghetti, and vegetable mixture to the skillet. Stir to combine with the sauce.
6. Bake: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Top with breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
7. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Storing & Reheating Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe – Cozy Comfort Food

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the chicken and vegetable mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days. Assemble and bake just before serving.

Freezing Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe – Cozy Comfort Food

Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge 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 omit the breadcrumbs.
• Best substitution: Substitute the chicken with cooked turkey or shrimp for a different twist.
• Make-ahead: This dish can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Bake as directed before serving.
• 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 or milk.

Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe – Cozy Comfort Food

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

20 mins

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Total

35 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-Free (optional)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 8 oz spaghetti
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1 small onion, diced

Seasonings

• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp flour
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme

Optional Toppings

• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Cook Chicken: Cook chicken breasts in a skillet until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
2. Cook Pasta: Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté onions, mushrooms, and garlic until softened. Add frozen peas and cook for another 2 minutes.
4. Make Sauce: Melt butter in the skillet, then add flour to create a roux. Slowly whisk in chicken broth, heavy cream, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Cook until thickened.
5. Combine Ingredients: Add cooked chicken, spaghetti, and vegetable mixture to the skillet. Stir to combine with the sauce.
6. Bake: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Top with breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
7. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pasta and omit the breadcrumbs.
• Best substitution: Substitute the chicken with cooked turkey or shrimp for a different twist.
• Make-ahead: This dish can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Bake as directed before serving.
• 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 or milk.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge 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 prepare the chicken and vegetable mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days. Assemble and bake just before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 580
• Protein: 42g
• Fat: 28g
• Carbs: 46g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 810mg
• Cholesterol: 145mg
• Sat. Fat: 16g

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

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A Warm Final Note

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