Description
Million Dollar Chicken Tetrazzini is a rich and creamy baked pasta casserole featuring tender rotisserie chicken, a blend of savory cream soups, cheeses, and spaghetti. This comforting dish is perfect for family dinners and gatherings, delivering cheesy, flavorful goodness in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Pasta
- 1 (16-oz) package spaghetti
- 1 whole rotisserie chicken, meat removed and chopped
Sauce Mixture
- 1 (10.5-oz) can unsalted cream of chicken soup
- 1 (10.5-oz) can unsalted cream of mushroom soup
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 (8-oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
Topping
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 300ºF. Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking and set this aside for later.
- Cook Pasta: Boil the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta thoroughly to remove excess water.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped rotisserie chicken, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, cottage cheese, softened cream cheese, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and uniform. Then fold in the cooked spaghetti, ensuring the pasta is fully coated with the creamy sauce.
- Assemble the Casserole: Pour the prepared chicken and pasta mixture into the greased baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, and dried parsley on top. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to trap moisture during baking.
- Bake Covered: Place the covered casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the dish to heat through evenly.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue to bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese on top is melted and slightly golden.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once baked, remove the dish from the oven. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving to allow it to set slightly. Enjoy your rich and creamy Million Dollar Chicken Tetrazzini!
Notes
- You can use any cooked chicken if rotisserie chicken is unavailable.
- For a lower-fat version, opt for low-fat sour cream and cheese varieties.
- Adding mushrooms or peas can add extra texture and flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- Make sure the cream cheeses are softened for easy mixing.
