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Chicken Parmesan Casserole

Chicken Parmesan Casserole: Comfort Food at Its Best

Chicken Parmesan Casserole is a comforting dish that blends tender chicken, marinara sauce, and gooey cheese for the ultimate family dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Mixture
  • 4 cups Cooked Chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for a quick option.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can be replaced with cooking spray.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Fresh herbs offer a more vibrant flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic is a great substitute.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Pepper To taste.
For the Pasta Layer
  • 2 cups Cooked Pasta, e.g., penne or rotini Use whole grain or gluten-free pasta as alternatives.
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Choose your favorite jarred sauce or homemade.
For the Cheese Topping
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated Can substitute with Pecorino.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese, shredded Consider low-fat cheese for a lighter dish.
For the Garnish
  • Fresh Basil or Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté the chicken with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper for about 5 minutes.
  3. Combine cooked pasta and marinara sauce in a bowl, coating well. Fold in half of the cheese (1 cup Parmesan and 2 cups mozzarella).
  4. Fold in the chicken mixture and transfer to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  5. Top with the remaining cheeses (1 cup Parmesan and 2 cups mozzarella).
  6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  7. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  8. Let it cool for a few minutes and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights and can be made ahead for easy leftovers.

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