Easy Chicken Tetrazzini – Creamy, Cheesy, Family-Friendly Comfort
A comforting, creamy, cheesy pasta bake that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This hearty casserole uses rotisserie chicken for convenience and layers of rich flavor from cream cheese, sour cream, and a medley of cheeses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Pasta & Casserole Base:
- 16 oz linguini (or substitute with fettuccine, spaghetti, or bucatini)
- ¼ cup butter (for buttering the casserole dish)
- 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Tetrazzini Sauce Base:
- 2 (10.5 oz) cans cream of chicken condensed soup
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried parsley (plus more for topping)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguini until al dente, following package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, softened cream cheese, minced garlic, sour cream, chicken broth, parsley, pepper, and Italian seasoning until smooth.
4. Add the cooked pasta, shredded rotisserie chicken, and half of the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses to the sauce. Toss until the noodles are well coated and evenly combined.
5. Butter the bottom and sides of a casserole dish. Pour the pasta mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses over the top. Add a dash of dried parsley for garnish.
6. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve with warm dinner rolls or Texas toast, and a green side like steamed broccoli or a crisp salad.
Notes
This recipe is flexible — swap in your favorite pasta shapes or cheese blends. Add sautéed mushrooms or peas for extra flavor and nutrition. Leftovers reheat well, making it great for meal prep.
Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/easy-chicken-tetrazzini/