Delicious Chicken or Turkey Tetrazzini
Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, this Delicious Chicken or Turkey Tetrazzini is the ultimate crowd-pleasing casserole! Perfect for using up leftover poultry, this dish combines tender chunks of chicken or turkey, al dente spaghetti, and a rich, velvety sauce made with heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and mushrooms. Topped with melted mozzarella and golden breadcrumbs, it’s baked to bubbly perfection for a satisfying meal that’s ideal for family dinners or special gatherings. Customizable with optional peas and garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor, this classic pasta bake is as easy to make as it is delicious. Ready in just an hour and filling enough to serve six, this recipe is a must-try for cozy comfort food lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked chicken or turkey (shredded or cubed)
- 12 ounces Spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 8 ounces Button or cremini mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 3 cups Chicken or turkey broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup Frozen peas (optional)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms are golden and have released their moisture. Remove the mushrooms from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the flour and whisk for 1 minute to create a roux.
Gradually pour in the chicken broth while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Add the heavy cream and continue whisking until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
Stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper until combined. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
Add the cooked mushrooms, shredded chicken or turkey, and frozen peas (if using) into the sauce. Stir to coat everything evenly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti with the sauce mixture. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese, the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy this hearty, comforting dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5431 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 298.6 g | 383% | |
| Saturated Fat | 166.3 g | 832% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1321 mg | 440% | |
| Sodium | 11619 mg | 505% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 223.1 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 432.8 g | 866% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 4783 mg | 368% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 4229 mg | 90% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
