Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole

  Chicken & Turkey

This creamy tetrazzini has been one of my favorite recipes for over 20 years. I always hear, "Yum. Is there any more?" Even overnight guests ask for leftovers the next day!

Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole

Average Rating: 3.142857

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min. Bake: 30 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces uncooked spaghetti
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 celery rib, chopped
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1 can (14 ounces) chicken broth
  • 1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
  • 2 cups cubed cooked chicken
  • 1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons sliced pimientos
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup crushed potato chips

Instructions

  • 1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Stir in the broth, cream and cream cheese. Cook and stir just until cheese is melted. Remove from the heat.
  • 2. Stir in the chicken, mushrooms, pimientos, salt and pepper. Drain spaghetti; add to chicken mixture and toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish.
  • 3. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with almonds, Parmesan cheese and chips. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until heated through and topping is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 665 calories, 37g fat (19g saturated fat), 134mg cholesterol, 871mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein.

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