Chicken Parmesan Casserole
Enjoy the comforting flavors of Chicken Parmesan in a deliciously baked casserole! Perfect for family dinners or a cozy gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- 8 ounces penne pasta, cooked al dente
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 1/3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 24 ounce jar marinara sauce
- Fresh basil for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
- Pour 3/4 of the marinara sauce over the cooked pasta. Add Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir well to combine.
- Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish. Layer 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the pasta. Arrange the cubed chicken evenly on top. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the chicken.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the casserole. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg