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Chicken Parmesan Casserole

A cozy, family-friendly bake that layers tender shredded chicken, pasta, marinara, and melty cheese for an easy weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded You can use rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cups cooked pasta (e.g., penne or rotini)
Seasonings
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
Garnish
  • fresh basil or parsley Optional garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shredded chicken, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and heat for about 5 minutes until warmed through.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, marinara sauce, half of the Parmesan cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix well.
  4. Add the seasoned chicken to the pasta mixture and mix until everything is evenly distributed.
  5. Pour the casserole mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread it evenly.
Baking
  1. Top the casserole with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  2. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  3. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  4. Once done, take it out of the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if using.
  5. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Use rotisserie or leftover roasted chicken to cut prep time. Cook pasta just to al dente so it doesn’t become mushy after baking. If you prefer a crispier top, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end—watch closely to avoid burning. Add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or roasted peppers for extra nutrition and flavor. Taste and adjust seasoning before baking; sauces and cheeses vary in saltiness.