Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe – Family Favorite

Ever have one of those nights where you just want to get dinner on the table without the “what’s for dinner?” debate? We’ve all been there. This Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini recipe is your answer to a quick, comforting, and totally delicious family meal. It’s loaded with cheesy, creamy goodness, tender chicken, and pasta that’ll have everyone going back for seconds (or thirds!).

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I’m confident you’ll love this dinner idea because it’s simple enough to whip up on a weekday but feels hearty and satisfying, perfect for those evenings when you need to fill those bellies!

• Kid-Friendly: Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor—it’s an instant hit for picky eaters.
• Time-Saving: Using rotisserie chicken and pantry staples means less prep and more time with your family.
• Leftovers for the Win: This dish reheats like a dream, making tomorrow’s lunch just as good.

Bonus? The leftovers (if there are any) reheat beautifully!

Now, grab your casserole dish, and let’s get cooking. You’re about to make a new family favorite!

Fun Fact: Tetrazzini is named after Italian opera singer Luisa Tetrazzini.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to bring this dish to life:

• 16 oz fettuccini (typically one box)
• 2 (10.5 oz each) cans cream of chicken soup
• 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened enough to be whisked into the sauce
• 5 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 ½ cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 rotisserie chicken (shredded)
  • Or 3 (12.5 oz cans) Canned Chicken Breast (drained)
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

Prep Time: 30 minutes | Bake Time: 35 minutes | Serves: 8

1. Preheat and Prep the Dish

Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish generously with butter or non-stick cooking spray.

2. Cook the Pasta

Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the fettuccini according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

3. Make the Sauce

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and pepper until smooth.

4. Combine the Ingredients

Add the shredded chicken, half of the mozzarella, half of the cheddar, and the cooked fettuccini to the sauce. Toss everything together until it’s well-coated.

5. Layer the Casserole

Transfer the mixture to your prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

6. Bake to Perfection

Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbling, and golden brown around the edges.

8. Cool and Serve

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Dish it up and watch your family dig in!

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Give this recipe a try, and you might just find it becoming a new go-to comfort meal! Don’t forget to pin this recipe or share it with a fellow mom who’s always on the hunt for an easy, family-approved dinner idea.

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