Chicken Parmesan Casserole

A cozy and easy Chicken Parmesan Casserole that delivers classic flavors with a melty cheese topping. Perfect for weeknight dinners and freezer-friendly.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Total Time 55

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 600

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 cups cooked chicken, shredded You can use rotisserie chicken to save time.
2 cups marinara sauce Choose based on preference; jarred saves time.
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese For best melt, use whole-milk mozzarella.
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated Parmesan is recommended.
2 cups cooked pasta (e.g., penne or rotini) Short, tubular pastas hold sauce well.
1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the chicken.
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
to taste salt
to taste pepper
fresh basil or parsley for garnish Optional garnish.

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shredded chicken, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir and cook for about 5 minutes until warmed through.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta with marinara sauce, half of the Parmesan, and half of the mozzarella. Toss until evenly coated.
Add the seasoned chicken to the pasta mixture and fold gently until combined.
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Pour the mixture into the dish and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.

Baking

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Serving

Let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired, then serve warm.

Notes

Best served warm and pairs well with a side salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.