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Chicken Parmesan Casserole

Chicken Parmesan Casserole

A delicious and easy-to-make casserole that's perfect for a family dinner. Enjoy the flavors of chicken parmesan in a comforting baked dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded You can use rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • 2 cups marinara sauce Use your favorite marinara sauce.
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Half for mixing, half for topping.
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Half for mixing, half for topping.
  • 2 cups cooked pasta Use pasta like penne or rotini.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing the chicken.
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning Enhances the flavor of the dish.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder Adds a rich garlic flavor.
  • to taste salt Adjust to your preference.
  • to taste pepper Adjust to your preference.
  • for garnish fresh basil or parsley Optional garnish for added freshness.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shredded chicken, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and heat for about 5 minutes until warmed through.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, marinara sauce, half of the Parmesan cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix well.
  4. Add the seasoned chicken to the pasta mixture and mix until everything is evenly distributed.
  5. Pour the casserole mixture into the greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread it evenly.
  6. Top the casserole with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  7. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Once done, take it out of the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if using.
  10. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different types of pasta or add extra vegetables for more nutrition.