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Ultimate Cheesy Chicken Tetrazzini: Pure Comfort Food! Discover the ultimate Chicken Tetrazzini recipe! Easy to make, incredibly creamy, and packed with flavor.

Ultimate Cheesy Chicken Tetrazzini: Pure Comfort Food!

This chicken tetrazzini recipe is the ultimate comfort food experience, bringing together tender shredded chicken, perfectly cooked egg noodles, savory sautéed mushrooms, and a rich, creamy homemade sauce. It’s a satisfying dish that evokes warmth and nostalgia, perfect for family dinners or a cozy night in. Designed to be achievable for home cooks, this chicken tetrazzini simplifies the classic dish without sacrificing any of its beloved flavors or textures. The combination of creamy sauce, ten
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • One 3-pound rotisserie chicken, meat pulled and shredded
  • 1 pound cooked egg noodles
  • 1 pound sliced mushrooms, sautéed
  • Tetrazzini sauce
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/3 cup flour
  • 2 cups milk or cream
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your ingredients: pull the rotisserie chicken meat, cook the egg noodles according to package directions, and sauté the sliced mushrooms until tender and browned.
  2. Make the sauce: Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for a few minutes until lightly golden and fragrant. Slowly whisk in the milk/cream and chicken broth, adding a little at a time to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
  3. Season the sauce generously with salt. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  4. Assemble the tetrazzini: In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, start by tossing the cooked egg noodles with about 1 cup of the prepared sauce. Layer this evenly in the pan.
  5. Add the sautéed mushrooms over the noodles, followed by half of the remaining sauce. Then, spread the shredded chicken evenly on top, and cover with the rest of the sauce.
  6. Sprinkle the 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the entire dish. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
  7. For an extra browned and bubbly top, you can broil the tetrazzini for an additional 5 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

- Use a rotisserie chicken for convenience and great flavor.
- Sautéing the mushrooms beforehand deepens their flavor and removes excess moisture.
- Don't overcook the egg noodles; they will continue to cook in the oven.
- Taste and adjust the sauce seasonings before assembling – this is key for a flavorful final dish.