Chicken Tetrazzini Bake

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Chicken Tetrazzini Bake, a non-vegetarian Italian classic that combines tender chicken, a rich cheese sauce, and a crunchy cornflake topping. This dish is perfect for family gatherings, offering a satisfying blend of creamy and crunchy textures. With its savory flavor profile, this versatile dish can be served as a hearty main course or paired with a fresh salad. Easily find this recipe and more in your easyChef Pro cookbook, complete with a convenient shopping list feature to ensure the lowest cost per serving.

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Overview

Chicken Tetrazzini II is a delightful twist on the classic pasta dish, featuring tender chicken, creamy cheese sauce, and a crunchy cornflake topping. This comforting meal is perfect for family dinners and is sure to be a hit with its rich flavors and satisfying textures.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

Italian

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 60 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 Skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• 1 Stalk celery, sliced
• 1 4.5 Ounces (oz) can mushrooms, drained
• 1 12 Fluid Ounces (fl oz) can evaporated milk
• 8 Ounces (oz) processed cheese food (e.g., Velveeta), sliced
• 0.5 Cup butter, melted
• 0.33 Cup dry sherry
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch black pepper, ground
• 0.25 Cup cornflakes cereal, crushed
• 1 Pinch paprika, to taste
• 9 Ounces (oz) egg noodles, cooked and drained

Steps

1. Boil the chicken breasts and sliced celery in 4 cups of water for about 30 minutes. Remove from heat and let the chicken cool. Once cooled, shred the chicken and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter. Add the drained mushrooms to the skillet. Heat thoroughly, seasoning with salt and pepper.
3. Add the evaporated milk, reserved mushroom liquid, and sherry to the skillet, stirring well. Gradually add the cheese slices, stirring until melted and blended. Add the shredded chicken and bring the mixture to a slow boil.
4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13x2-inch glass baking dish.
5. Place the cooked noodles in the baking dish to a depth of about 1.5 inches. Pour the chicken mixture over the noodles and stir to coat.
6. Top with crushed cornflakes and paprika. Cover the dish and bake for 25 minutes.
7. Uncover the dish and bake for an additional 5 minutes. Serve warm.

Enjoy this comforting and easy-to-make casserole with your family!