Chicken Parmesan Casserole

A delicious and easy one-pan meal that combines crispy chicken, marinara sauce, and melted cheese for a comforting family dish.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 cups cooked chicken, shredded (e.g., rotisserie chicken)
2 cups marinara sauce
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 cups cooked pasta (e.g., penne or rotini)

Seasoning and Garnish

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, marinara sauce, half of the Parmesan cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix well.
Add the seasoned chicken to the pasta mixture and mix until everything is evenly distributed.
Pour the casserole mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread it evenly.
Top the casserole with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

Baking

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Once done, let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if using. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For a creamier texture, mix in a bit of cream cheese or ricotta. To add crunch, top with a mixture of Panko breadcrumbs and olive oil before the final bake. Adjust the seasonings to fit your family's taste—add some red pepper flakes for a kick!