Cathy’s Chicken Tetrazzini
📜 Collection: UK3 | ✍️ Attribution: Cathy Jote | 📂 Category: Entrees A comforting baked pasta casserole featuring tender chicken, mushrooms, and a rich creamy sauce topped with melted cheese. Perfect for feeding a hungry family with classic mid-century appeal.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 30 mins | None | 6–8 Servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- 12x7x2 inch baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 cans | Creamy Chicken Mushroom Soup | Undiluted |
| 1 can | Cream of Mushroom Soup | Undiluted |
| 1 can | Cream of Chicken Soup | Undiluted |
| 1 cup | Chicken Broth | Standard |
| 2 cups | Shredded Processed Cheese Spread | Shredded |
| 4 cups | Cooked, Diced Chicken | Diced |
| 1-12 oz. pkg. | Spaghetti, Cooked & Drained | Cooked and drained |
| 1-4 oz. can | Mushrooms, Drained | Drained |
| 1/2 cup | Grated Parmesan Cheese | Grated |
| To taste | Paprika | For color |
Instructions
Step 1: Mix the Casserole Base
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the 2 cans creamy chicken mushroom soup, 1 can cream of mushroom soup, 1 can cream of chicken soup, and 1 cup chicken broth.
Step 2: Assemble and Bake
- Stir in the 2 cups shredded processed cheese spread, 4 cups cooked, diced chicken, 1-12 oz. pkg. spaghetti, cooked & drained, and 1-4 oz. can mushrooms, drained until thoroughly mixed.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 12x7x2 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the top with 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese and dust lightly with paprika to add color.
- Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Assemble the casserole a day in advance, cover tightly, and refrigerate until ready to bake, adding an extra 10 minutes to the baking time.
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