Description
A hearty and comforting Chicken Parmesan Casserole that combines tender chicken, pasta, and marinara sauce, topped with gooey cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 cups cooked pasta (such as penne or rotini)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with olive oil.
- Combine the shredded chicken, marinara sauce, cooked pasta, ricotta cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well.
- Pour half of the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese on top.
- Add the remaining chicken mixture on top, then add the rest of the mozzarella and finish with the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Assemble the casserole a day in advance and refrigerate. Cooking alternatives: Adapt for the air fryer at 375°F for 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg