Description
A comforting Chicken Parmesan Casserole that combines tender chicken, creamy cheeses, and zesty marinara, all baked to golden perfection with pasta, perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups cooked pasta (e.g., penne or rotini)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large skillet, drizzle olive oil over medium heat. Add shredded chicken, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat for about 5 minutes until warmed through.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, marinara sauce, half of the Parmesan cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix well.
- Add sautéed chicken to the pasta mixture and stir until evenly distributed. Pour into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
This dish is perfect for using leftover or rotisserie chicken, and can be customized with different cheeses or add-ins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken casserole, comfort food, family dinner, easy recipe, Italian cuisine