Go Back
–+ servings
Mastering The Art Of Chicken Parmesan Casserole

Mastering The Art Of Chicken Parmesan Casserole Delight

Mastering The Art Of Chicken Parmesan Casserole is a comforting Italian-American dish perfect for family dinners.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 cups Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie chicken to save time and gain flavor.
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Choose your favorite store-bought brand or homemade.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Substitute with Pecorino Romano for a stronger flavor.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Opt for low-fat varieties for a lighter touch.
  • 3 cups Cooked Pasta (e.g., penne or rotini) Gluten-free pasta can be swapped in if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for sautéing chicken.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Provides signature herbaceous flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for pronounced taste.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil or Parsley Offers a fresh finish.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chicken with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper for about 5 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta with marinara sauce and half of both the Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses.
  4. Add the sautéed chicken mixture to the pasta and sauce bowl, and fold everything together.
  5. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil, and spread the chicken and pasta mixture evenly in the dish.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses over the casserole and cover with aluminum foil.
  7. Bake covered for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool for about 5 minutes, then garnish with chopped basil or parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Great for make-ahead meals; assemble in advance and pop it in the oven when ready. Leftovers can be enjoyed for up to three days.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!