Description
This Easy Chicken Parmesan Casserole combines tender pasta, succulent shredded chicken, and marinara sauce, all enveloped in melted cheese for a comforting family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (preferably rotisserie)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Grease your 9×13 inch casserole dish with olive oil.
- Pour the pasta mixture into your prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Cover the top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Make-ahead: Assemble the casserole the night before and store in the fridge. For a crispier top, consider using an air fryer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: chicken parmesan, casserole, easy recipes, comfort food, family meals