Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tbsp

Butter

melted

2 cup

Mushrooms

sliced

0.25 cup

Shallots

chopped

0.33 cup

All-Purpose Flour

2 cup

2% Reduced-Fat Milk

2 cup

Fat-Free, Less-Sodium Chicken Broth

0.33 cup

Sherry

2 cup

Cooked Chicken Breast

chopped

0.5 cup

Parmesan Cheese

grated

4 cup

Spaghetti

cooked

0.5 cup

Slivered Almonds

toasted

0.25 tsp

Salt

0.5 tsp

Black Pepper

0.13 tsp

Ground Nutmeg

2 tbsp

Parmesan Cheese

grated

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~5 min

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3
~5 min

Add mushrooms and shallots to the saucepan and saute for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 4
~5 min

Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.

Step 5
~5 min

Gradually whisk in milk, chicken broth, and sherry until blended and smooth.

Step 6
~5 min

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 7
~5 min

Stir in the chopped cooked chicken and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; cook for 1 minute.

Step 8
~5 min

Remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 9
~5 min

Add the cooked spaghetti, toasted slivered almonds, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg to the saucepan and stir to combine.

Step 10
~5 min

Spoon the mixture into a 3-quart casserole dish coated with cooking spray.

Step 11
~5 min

Top with 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 12
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Step 13
~5 min

Let the casserole stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of milk.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Garlic bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular comfort food dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holidays
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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