Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Tetrazzini
This Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Tetrazzini is a deliciously comforting dish that makes great use of any leftover cooked chicken or turkey, making it a perfect choice for post-holiday meals or weeknight dinners. With the richness of fat-free cream of mushroom soup and tangy nonfat sour cream, this pasta bake is a lighter take on the classic tetrazzini. Enhanced with flavorful garlic and topped with crispy parmesan cheese, it combines wholesome whole wheat spaghetti and savory mushrooms for a dish that everyone will love. Quick to prepare and easy to serve, it'll quickly become a favorite in your household!
6
Servings
200
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
whole wheat spaghetti
8 ounces (uncooked)
cooked chicken
2-3 cups (chopped)
fat-free cream of mushroom soup
10 ounces (canned)
garlic
1 teaspoon (minced)
fat-free parmesan cheese
1/3 cup (grated)
mushrooms
4 ounces (drained (canned or fresh, sautéed))
nonfat sour cream
1 cup (none)
nonstick cooking spray
as needed (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large pot of boiling water, cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti with the chopped chicken, fat-free cream of mushroom soup, minced garlic, drained mushrooms, and 1/3 cup of grated fat-free parmesan cheese. Mix thoroughly until everything is well-coated.
4
Gently fold in the nonfat sour cream until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
5
Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Pour the chicken and pasta mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbling and heated through.
7
If desired, sprinkle additional parmesan cheese on top before serving for extra flavor and a nice presentation.
Nutrition Information
3g
Fat
25g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Tetrazzini?
It is a comforting pasta bake made with whole wheat spaghetti, cooked chicken, mushroom soup, and sour cream, often used to repurpose leftover poultry.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 6 servings.
How many calories are in a serving of this tetrazzini?
Each serving contains 200 calories.
Can I use turkey instead of chicken?
Yes, this recipe is a perfect choice for using up leftover cooked chicken or turkey.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What type of pasta is recommended for this dish?
The recipe calls for 8 ounces of uncooked whole wheat spaghetti.
How much fat is in this recipe per serving?
There are 3g of fat per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 20g of protein.
How long does the tetrazzini need to bake?
Bake the dish for approximately 30 minutes.
What size baking dish is needed?
You should use a 9x13-inch baking dish.
How much chicken is required?
You will need 2 to 3 cups of chopped, cooked chicken.
What kind of mushroom soup should I use?
Use a 10-ounce can of fat-free cream of mushroom soup.
Is there a specific type of sour cream for this recipe?
Yes, the recipe specifies 1 cup of nonfat sour cream.
Can I use fresh mushrooms?
Yes, you can use 4 ounces of fresh mushrooms that have been sautéed, or use drained canned mushrooms.
What kind of cheese is included in the mixture?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of grated fat-free parmesan cheese.
How much garlic is added to the dish?
Add 1 teaspoon of minced garlic for flavor.
Should the pasta be cooked before mixing?
Yes, cook the whole wheat spaghetti until al dente and drain it before combining with other ingredients.
What are the total carbohydrates per serving?
There are 25g of carbohydrates per serving.
How do I prepare the baking dish?
Lightly spray the baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
When do I add the sour cream to the mixture?
Gently fold in the nonfat sour cream after the other main ingredients have been thoroughly mixed.
How do I know when the tetrazzini is done baking?
The dish is finished when the mixture is bubbling and heated all the way through.
Can I add an extra topping to the dish?
Yes, you can sprinkle additional parmesan cheese on top before serving for extra flavor and presentation.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
This version is a lighter take on the classic, using fat-free and nonfat ingredients along with whole wheat pasta.
Is the chicken added raw or cooked?
The chicken must be cooked and chopped before being added to the recipe.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 total ingredients, including the nonstick cooking spray.
Is this a quick meal to prepare?
Yes, it is described as quick to prepare and easy to serve, making it ideal for busy households.
What makes the dish creamy?
The combination of fat-free cream of mushroom soup and nonfat sour cream creates the creamy texture.
Is this dish suitable for weeknight dinners?
Yes, its ease of preparation makes it a perfect choice for weeknight meals.
Does the recipe use fresh or canned mushrooms?
The recipe allows for either 4 ounces of drained canned mushrooms or 4 ounces of fresh sautéed mushrooms.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).