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Easy, creamy, and utterly delicious cheesy chicken tetrazzini is a family favorite that takes minutes to prep!

Chicken tetrazzini baked in a clear baking dish.
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Our go-to Chicken Pasta Dinner!

Today’s recipe for chicken tetrazzini happens to be one of those yummy recipes that everyone enjoys. In fact, our family is obsessed and because of that, it’s our go-to chicken pasta dinner.

With over 1,000 5 STAR REVIEWS, you can see it’s not just loved by our family. It’s a recipe our mom first found decades ago and especially loved with fried zucchini, cheesy garlic bread and roasted vegetables.

Why we love it:

  • DELICIOUS! As mentioned above, it has all the delicious ingredients that make for a cheesy, hearty, yummy pasta dinner.
  • SIMPLE. Not only is it delicious, but the recipe is simple too. There are extra steps in cooking the chicken and pasta, but it’s a classic easy dinner idea.
  • HOLIDAY DINNER. We have made this for SO many special occasions including birthdays, Sunday dinner, and holidays. It’s always a hit!
Linguine draining in a colander.

Ingredients

  • linguine – Substitute the linguine with fettuccine, tagliatelle or spaghetti.
  • unsalted butter
  • chicken breasts, cooked and diced – chicken thighs or rotisserie chicken also work
  • cream of chicken soup – cream of mushroom soup or even the combined cream of chicken and mushroom soup work great too
  • sour cream
  • garlic salt with parsley flakes
  • pepper
  • chicken broth
  • grated Parmesan cheese
  • shredded Mozzarella cheese – Change it up by using different cheeses.
Noodles and chicken covered with cheese.

How to Make Chicken Tetrazzini

  1. PREP. Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF. Grease a 9-x-13-inch baking dish and set aside.
  2. PASTA. Cook noodles, to al dente, according to the box instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. SAUCE. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine chicken, soup, sour cream, butter, chicken broth, garlic salt, and pepper. Mix well, then stir in cooked noodles.
  4. BAKE. Pour into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle both cheeses on top and bake, uncovered, for 36โ€“42 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbling.
Baked pasta and chicken topped with cheese and fresh herbs.

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4.99 from 1075 votes

Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe

By: Lil’ Luna
Easy, creamy, and utterly delicious cheesy chicken tetrazzini is a family favorite that takes minutes to prep!
Servings: 8
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 40 minutes
Total: 55 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 16 ounces linguini cooked
  • ยฝ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 chicken breasts, cooked and diced
  • 2 cans cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt with parsley flakes
  • ยฝ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cups Mozzarella cheese shredded

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF. Grease a 9-x-13-inch baking dish and set aside.
  • Cook noodles, to al dente, according to the box instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine chicken, soup, sour cream, butter, chicken broth, garlic salt and pepper. Mix well, then stir in cooked noodles.
  • Pour into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle both cheeses on top and bake, uncovered, for 36โ€“42 minutes, until cheeses are melted and bubbling.

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Notes

Make ahead of time. We frequently make this tetrazzini recipe ahead of time. Just make it as instructed except don’t top with the cheese or bake. Instead, cover tightly with foil or saran wrap and place in fridge for up to 24 hours before adding the cheese and baking.
STORE leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
FREEZE. Just make as instructed, cover tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Just let thaw in the fridge overnight, add the cheese and bake in the oven.

Nutrition

Calories: 714kcal, Carbohydrates: 51g, Protein: 42g, Fat: 37g, Saturated Fat: 19g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 10g, Trans Fat: 0.5g, Cholesterol: 166mg, Sodium: 1284mg, Potassium: 687mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 1086IU, Vitamin C: 2mg, Calcium: 248mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

RECIPE FAQ

  • Vegetables. Add in vegetables like peas, corn, broccoli florets, mushrooms, and onions.
  • Seasonings. Season with garlic salt, or parsley flakes. Add a little heat after it has been baked with some red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
  • Meat. Use freshly made or leftover turkey instead. Be sure to check out our Turkey Tetrazzini too!
  • We frequently make this chicken tetrazzini recipe ahead of time. Just make it as instructed except don’t top with the cheese or bake. Instead, cover tightly with foil or plastic wrap and place in the fridge for up to 24 hours before adding the cheese and baking.
  • STORE leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • FREEZE. Just make as instructed, cover tightly, and freeze for up to 2 months. Just let thaw in the fridge overnight, toss it with a bit of fresh milk, add the cheese, and bake in the oven.

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My name is Kristyn and Iโ€™m the mom of SIX stinkinโ€™ cute kids and the wife to my smokinโ€™ hot hubby, Lo. My momโ€™s maiden name is Luna, and Iโ€™m one of the many crafty โ€œLilโ€™ Lunasโ€ in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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991 Comments

  1. Sharren says:

    5 stars
    My husband and I really loved this recipe. Will definitely make it again.

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Happy to hear that!! Thank you for letting me know!

    2. Darlene says:

      5 stars
      I have made this recipe several times depending on what type of meat I have leftover is what I add, pork, ham, chicken. The only other change I make is I add 1 each cheddar cheese soup and cream of chicken or cream of mushroom, this recipe is our favorite….

      1. LilLunaTeam says:

        I’m so glad it’s a favorite! It definitely is a staple dish at our house! I bet the added cheddar cheese soup makes it even more cheesy and creamy!

  2. Jennifer says:

    5 stars
    My family loves this recipe. The only thing I do differently is to add a handful of chopped green onions. Itโ€™s really delicious.

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      That’s a great option! Glad you like it! Thank you!

  3. Pamela Schoen says:

    5 stars
    My family loves this! It is delicious and easy to make.

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Glad to hear that! Thank you!

  4. Lisa D MANVILLE says:

    5 stars
    I made this for dinner tonight and it was really good. I did use a 3 qt casserole dish and split the recipe in half. I served it with a salad and have enough left for another night and lunch tomorrow. Thanks for posting.

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      You are welcome! That sounds perfect!! Thank you!

  5. Tawny says:

    5 stars
    Easy to make, super delicious!!!

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Thank you for trying it ๐Ÿ™‚

  6. Sarah says:

    5 stars
    So creamy and cheesy! We halfed the recipe for our small family, but kept the amount of cheese the same. Quick to make, family friendly. I would recommend adding some frozen peas or broccoli, or serving with a side of asparagus. Will definitely be making this again!

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Great options! Thank you for letting me know! Happy you liked it!

  7. Kristin Gordon says:

    5 stars
    This turned out great. I cooked the chicken with Montreal chicken seasoning in butter and olive oil. After removing the chicken, I sautรฉed a package of sliced mushrooms in the drippings and added that to the recipe. I also added a package of frozen peas. Whole family loved it.

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Sounds good! Thank you for sharing what you did!

  8. Jamie Harkness says:

    5 stars
    This is one of my favorite go to recipes! We have it all the time. I split the recipe into two tin containers and one goes in the freezer. Then when my neighbors or friends are in need of meals, I give them the freezer meal. Iโ€™ve received so many compliments on this meal!

  9. Victoria Denny says:

    5 stars
    So yummy! A family favorite!

  10. Lisa Grier says:

    5 stars
    A dish the whole family loves! I usually split it into two smaller pans, since we have little eaters, and serve with a veggie on the side!