Garlic Lover’s Chicken Tetrazzini

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 13
Garlic Lover's Chicken Tetrazzini recipe for a comforting dinner
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 medium broiler-fryer chickens ( whatever 's on sale ! ) or 8 chicken parts ( whatever 's on sale ! )
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 can cream of mushroom soup
2 cups chicken stock , from cooked meat or 2 cups canned chicken broth
2 cups grated colby cheese
1 package sliced mushrooms
2 tablespoons butter , for sauteing
1/2 tablespoon minced garlic
1 package spaghetti or ( 16 ounce ) package angel hair pasta
salt and pepper
garlic salt ( about 4 Tbs . is what I use )
paprika ( garnish ) ( optional )
parsley ( garnish ) ( optional )
bacon bits ( garnish ) ( optional )
sour cream ( garnish ) ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
489
Sugar
3g
Fat
29g
Garlic Lover's Chicken Tetrazzini is a classic comfort food that feels like a warm hug on a cold evening. It's a cheesy, creamy combination of chicken, pasta, mushrooms, and garlic with a buttery, crispy topping. This dish is perfect for a crowd-pleasing dinner or a potluck, as it's easy to make, and there are rarely any leftovers. The garlic, mushroom, and cheese combination give this dish its distinct flavor that will leave you satisfied and full.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Prepare chicken by cooking and shredding or using pre-cooked chicken parts. Set aside.
3.Cook spaghetti or angel hair pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
4.In a large skillet, saute sliced mushrooms in butter over medium heat until they release their juices and start to brown.
5.Add minced garlic and saute for 1-2 minutes.
6.Stir in cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken stock, and garlic salt. Cook over low-medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sauces are combined and smooth.
7.Add half of the grated colby cheese and stir until melted.
8.Add shredded chicken and cooked pasta. Stir until well combined.
9.Pour chicken and pasta mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
10.Sprinkle remaining colby cheese over the top of the casserole.
11.Sprinkle paprika over the top if desired.
12.Bake for 25-30 minutes or until casserole is heated through and cheese is melted and bubbly.
13.Garnish with parsley, bacon bits, and sour cream if desired.

PROS

This dish is a hearty and comforting meal that is easy to make and feeds a crowd.

The garlic lover’s flavor profile is for those who can’t get enough of this aromatic ingredient.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the cheese and cream-based sauces.

It’s not recommended for those on a low-fat or low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the healthiest option, it does provide a good source of protein from the chicken and some nutrients from the mushrooms and garlic.
Garlic has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that may help boost the immune system and reduce the risk of certain diseases.

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