Recipe:

Chicken Tetrazzini

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Serves 6

We made this beloved casserole healthier by omitting some of the butter and cheese and using whole grain pasta, too. The results are delicious!

Ingredients

Natural cooking spray
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 pound whole wheat or spelt angel hair pasta
1/2 tablespoon butter
1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped
1 (8-ounce) package sliced mushrooms
1 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 1/2 tablespoons flour
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup low-fat milk
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups chopped cooked boneless, skinless chicken breast
6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/4 cup finely chopped chives, divided

Method

Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray; set aside.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 5 minutes; drain well and transfer to a large bowl.

Meanwhile, heat butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add onions, mushrooms, salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in peas and cook 2 minutes more. Transfer to bowl with pasta and set aside.

Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth then slowly whisk in broth and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir in milk, nutmeg, salt and pepper and cook 1 minute more. Add milk mixture to bowl with pasta and mushroom mixture along with chicken, ¼ cup of the cheese and 2 tablespoons of the chives and toss gently to combine. Transfer to prepared dish, sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons cheese and 2 tablespoons chives and bake until hot throughout and golden brown on top, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Per serving (about 12oz/328g-wt.): 480 calories (110 from fat), 12g total fat, 3.5g saturated fat, 70mg cholesterol, 850mg sodium , 56g total carbohydrate (8g dietary fiber, 7g sugar), 37g protein

Tags: Family Friendly, American

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