Easy Chicken Creamy Tetrazzini (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Pasta and Cheese

01 - 16 oz linguini (alternative: fettucini, spaghetti, bucatini)
02 - 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
03 - 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
04 - 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

→ Proteins

05 - 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded

→ Sauce Base

06 - 2 (10.5 oz) cans cream of chicken condensed soup
07 - 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
08 - 5 garlic cloves, minced
09 - 1 cup sour cream
10 - 1.5 cups chicken broth
11 - 1 tsp dried parsley
12 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
13 - 1 tsp Italian seasoning

→ Other

14 - 1/4 cup butter, softened (for buttering casserole dish)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - Boil linguini to al dente according to package instructions.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, cream cheese, minced garlic, sour cream, chicken broth, dried parsley, black pepper, and Italian seasoning until smooth.
04 - Add half of the shredded mozzarella, cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, shredded rotisserie chicken, and cooked pasta into the sauce mixture. Toss until the noodles are evenly coated.
05 - Butter the bottom and sides of a casserole dish. Transfer the pasta mixture into the dish and distribute evenly. Top with the remaining shredded cheeses and a sprinkle of dried parsley.
06 - Place the casserole dish in the oven and bake for 35 minutes or until the top becomes bubbly and golden brown.
07 - Sprinkle with seasoning salt and red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve warm alongside dinner rolls, Texas toast, steamed broccoli, or a green salad.

# Notes:

01 - Use softened cream cheese to ensure a smooth sauce texture.
02 - Season to taste with additional salt or seasoning salt as needed.