CREAMY CHICKEN TETRAZZINI CASSEROLE

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This creamy tetrazzini has been one of my favorite recipes for over 20 years. I always hear, "Yum. Is there any more?" Even overnight guests ask for leftovers the next day! -Amanda Hertz-Crisel, Eagle Point, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

12 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1 small onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 can (14 ounces) chicken broth
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
2 to 4 tablespoons sliced pimientos
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup crushed potato chips

Steps:

Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Stir in the broth, cream and cream cheese. Cook and stir just until cheese is melted. Remove from the heat., Stir in the chicken, mushrooms, pimientos, salt and pepper. Drain spaghetti; add to chicken mixture and toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with almonds, Parmesan cheese and chips. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until heated through and topping is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 665 calories, Fat 37g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 134mg cholesterol, Sodium 871mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.