Chicken Parmesan Casserole
A delightful blend of tender shredded chicken, rich marinara sauce, and gooey melted cheese in a comforting casserole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free options available
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the cooked shredded chicken, marinara sauce, and cooked pasta in a large mixing bowl. Add the dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well.
- Spread half of the chicken mixture evenly across the bottom of a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella and half of the Parmesan over the chicken mixture.
- Add the remaining chicken mixture on top, followed by the rest of the cheeses.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil before serving, if desired.
Notes
To ensure even cooking, shred chicken evenly. For a crispy topping, consider broiling the casserole for an additional minute after it’s baked.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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