Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe

Name: Chicken Tetrazzini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces, weight Spaghetti Noodles; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 Tablespoon Salt; 1/2 cups Butter; 8 ounces, weight Canned Mushrooms, Drained; 1 whole Onion, Chopped; 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice; ⅔ cups Flour; 1 teaspoon Paprika; 2 teaspoons Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Nutmeg; 4 cups Chicken Broth; 5 cups Chicken (5-6 Chicken Breasts); 1 cup Half-and-half; 1 cup Parmesan Cheese; 16 ounces, weight Mozzarella Cheese; 2 packages (sleeves) Ritz Crackers; 2 sticks Butter, Melted

Servings: persons

16 ounces, weight Spaghetti Noodles
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon Salt
1/2 cups Butter
8 ounces, weight Canned Mushrooms, Drained
1 whole Onion, Chopped
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
⅔ cups Flour
1 teaspoon Paprika
2 teaspoons Salt
1/4 teaspoons Nutmeg
4 cups Chicken Broth
5 cups Chicken (5-6 Chicken Breasts)
1 cup Half-and-half
1 cup Parmesan Cheese
16 ounces, weight Mozzarella Cheese
2 packages (sleeves) Ritz Crackers
2 sticks Butter, Melted

1
Boil the chicken breasts on the stove in water until cooked through (45-60 minutes).
2
Cool chicken and cut into bite-sized pieces.
3
Set aside.
4
Cook spaghetti noodles on the stove according to the box directions with salt and olive oil in the water.
5
Drain noodles.
6
In a 9x13 pan, combine cooked noodles, 1/2 cup butter, drained mushrooms, chopped onion, and lemon juice.
7
Put pan in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until butter is melted.
8
Mix the flour, paprika, salt, nutmeg, and chicken broth in a saucepan on medium heat, stirring constantly until thick and smooth.
9
Pour over the noodle mixture.
10
Take cooled and cut chicken and mix with the half-and-half.
11
Pour into the pan with the noodle mixture.
12
Mix together in the pan.
13
Sprinkle parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese and a little paprika on the chicken noodle mixture.
14
Crush 2 packages (see note below) Ritz crackers on top and pour the melted butter on top of the crackers.
15
Bake at 350 degrees for 45- 60 minutes.
16
Note: when I buy a box of Ritz crackers, it comes with 3-4 brown packages or sleeves of crackers.
17
When I say 2 packages, I mean 2 of those, not 2 boxes!
18
Hopefully you knew that ...

2479

kcal

Calories

123

Fat

111

Carbs

228

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces, weight Spaghetti Noodles, 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 Tablespoon Salt, 1/2 cups Butter, and more.

Yes, Chicken Tetrazzini falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Tetrazzini

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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