Description
Chicken Parmesan Casserole is a comforting, cheesy dish that combines juicy chicken, zesty marinara, and gooey cheese for a delightful family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Layer It Up: In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the seasoned chicken at the bottom. Pour half of the marinara sauce over it, followed by half of the shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat this layering process until all ingredients are used.
- Add Crunchy Topping: Sprinkle bread crumbs evenly across the top layer of cheese and finish with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Garnish & Serve: Remove from the oven and let sit for a few minutes before slicing. Top with fresh basil and serve with extra marinara sauce if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For an added crunch, broil for a few minutes after baking. - Substitute chicken with turkey or add spinach for a veggie twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.