Servings: 6
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Start to Finish Time: 1 hour
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Skillet Chicken Tetrazzini: A Weeknight Winner and Dinner Party Star
Here at our test kitchen, our group of chefs is dedicated to presenting you with dishes that are panel-tested and only the best of the best. When we stumbled upon this Skillet Chicken Tetrazzini, it quickly became one of our favorites, not just for its incredible flavor but also for how seamlessly it fits into a busy lifestyle. We love recipes that deliver on both taste and convenience, and this one checks all the boxes. It’s rich, comforting, and remarkably easy to prepare.
What sets this dish apart is its incredible sauce—a silky blend of chicken broth, savory mushrooms, and a splash of sherry. The sherry adds a subtle sweetness that balances perfectly with the earthiness of the mushrooms, while the chicken soaks up all those delicious flavors, becoming tender and moist in the process. Everything is cooked in a single skillet, which means minimal clean-up (a win in any kitchen). Whether you’re cooking for your family on a weeknight or hosting friends for dinner, this dish fits right in.
One of the things our chefs loved most during testing was just how simple this Skillet Chicken Tetrazzini is to make. With only a handful of ingredients and some basic pantry staples, it’s a dish that doesn’t require much prep time but still feels impressive. The pasta—fettuccine in this case—acts as the perfect base for soaking up that luscious sauce, and the paprika adds just the right amount of warmth without being overpowering. The result? A dish that’s as comforting as it is elegant.
Our team of chefs panel-tested this dish and agreed: it’s the kind of recipe that can easily become a staple in your weekly rotation. It’s ready in a time frame conducive to a busy weekday dinner but tastes like something you’d spend hours perfecting. The mushrooms add a luxurious touch, and the sprinkling of fresh parsley at the end brightens up the whole dish with a pop of color and freshness.
For those who enjoy a glass of wine with dinner, we suggest serving this Skillet Chicken Tetrazzini with a dry Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio. Both wines have the right balance of acidity and body to cut through the richness of the sauce while complementing the slight sweetness of the sherry.
At the end of the day, this dish is all about comfort and ease, but with a level of sophistication that will impress even your most discerning dinner guests. It’s perfect for busy parents who want to bring something special to the table without spending all evening in the kitchen, or for those moments when you want to serve up something a bit more special for friends.
So whether you’re planning a cozy family dinner or prepping for a dinner party, give this Skillet Chicken Tetrazzini a try. It’s a recipe we know you’ll love—simple, satisfying, and always delicious.
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Ingredients:
3 each chicken breasts, skinless, boneless
8 ounces pasta, fettuccini salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon paprika
12 ounces mushrooms, white (destemmed & thinly sliced)
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/3 cup sherry
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped and blanched
2 tablespoons butter
Instructions:
Cook fettuccini according to package directions.
CHICKEN & MUSHROOMS (25 minutes):
Pat each breast dry with paper towels.
Season chicken with salt, pepper and paprika.
Spray cast iron or large skillet with vegetable cooking spray; brown chicken well on both sides (about 10 minutes).
Add mushrooms. Simmer uncovered 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove chicken from skillet.
SAUCE (15 minutes):
Stir in flour; cook 1 minute.
Add broth, sherry and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook until smooth and thickened, stirring (about 10 minutes).
While sauce thickens, shred cooked chicken.
Put 2 tablespoons of butter into the sauce and stir until melted.
Set aside 1/2 cup sauce.
Add chicken, noodles and parsley to skillet; toss until well coated.
Serve chicken topped with reserved sauce and fresh ground pepper.