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Chicken Parmesan Casserole

A delicious and hearty casserole featuring layers of chicken, marinara sauce, and melted cheese, perfect for a family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: casserole, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Sauce
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 2 cups marinara sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
Pasta Layer
  • 8 ounces penne pasta uncooked
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking pasta
  • 1 teaspoon salt for pasta water
Topping
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs for topping
  • 1 tablespoon parsley fresh, chopped

Method
 

Prepare Pasta
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions in salted water until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, marinara sauce, and half of the mozzarella cheese.
Assemble Casserole
  1. In a casserole dish, layer half of the pasta, followed by the chicken mixture, and then the remaining pasta.
  2. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with bread crumbs and parsley.
Bake
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  2. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gFiber: 3gSugar: 6g

Notes

Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.

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