Chicken Parmesan Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
561 kcal
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Cuisine
Italian
Chicken Parmesan Casserole
Description
Chicken Parmesan Casserole starts with rotini pasta cooked al dente before mixing with Italian-seasoned marinara sauce, cooked shredded chicken, and well-drained diced tomatoes. Fresh parsley adds a touch of brightness to the mix. The dish is topped first with extra sauce, shredded mozzarella, then a crispy blend of melted butter, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, fresh parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese. Baking brings the layers together while forming a golden, crunchy topping over a rich tomato and chicken base.
The casserole offers a balanced texture contrast between the tender pasta and chicken, and the browned, crunchy topping. It holds up well for a casual dinner and can be served on its own or with a simple green salad. The tomato-mozzarella combination brings a classic flavor reminiscent of chicken Parmesan but simplified for an easy-to-serve bake.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces rotini pasta or penne
- 24 ounces marinara sauce or pasta sauce, divided
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups chicken or chopped chicken, cooked shredded
- 14 ½ ounces diced tomatoes well drained, 1 can, optional, canned
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped, fresh
Topping
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- ⅓ cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped, fresh
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Mix all topping ingredients together. Set aside.
- Cook pasta al dente according to package directions. Toss with 2 cups pasta sauce, Italian seasoning, chicken, diced tomatoes and parsley.
- Place in a 9x9 dish or 2QT casserole dish and top with remaining pasta sauce. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and topping mixture.
- Baked 23-25 minutes or until golden and bubbly and topping is browned.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 561 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 561 | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 60g | 20% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 77mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 1353mg | 56% |
| Potassium | 1070mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 1445IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 24.1mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 433mg | 43% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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