Description
A simple and flavor-packed casserole that combines tender chicken, gooey cheese, and zesty marinara sauce for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Gather all your ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
- Combine the cooked pasta and shredded chicken in the mixing bowl.
- Add the marinara sauce and stir until well coated.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper and mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes near the end of baking. Can be prepared ahead and stored in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken casserole, chicken parmesan, easy dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food