Chicken Parmesan Casserole
Chicken Parmesan Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, bringing together tender chicken, robust marinara sauce, and gooey melted cheese. This easy-to-make one-pan dish features a crispy topping that contrasts beautifully with its creamy interior. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this casserole offers a delightful twist on classic Chicken Parmesan that is sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned (about 5 minutes). Stir in marinara sauce until well combined.
- Transfer the chicken mixture to the prepared baking dish. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with olive oil and sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Serve with extra marinara sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg