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Easy Baked Chicken Parmesan Casserole

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A simple, no-fry casserole version of Chicken Parmesan baked in a 9×13 dish with a crispy breadcrumb topping.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded or cubed
  • 1 (16 ounce) package of dried pasta (like penne or rotini)
  • 2 (24 ounce) jars marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Stir the cooked pasta into the chicken and sauce mixture. Spread half of this mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese over the first layer.
  6. Top with the remaining chicken and pasta mixture.
  7. In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese. Drizzle the melted butter over the breadcrumb mixture and toss until coated.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the top layer of the casserole. Distribute the buttered breadcrumb mixture evenly over the cheese.
  9. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly.
  10. Increase the oven temperature to broil. Broil for 2 to 4 minutes, watching closely, until the topping is golden brown and crisp.
  11. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a quicker meal, substitute 3 cups of cooked, shredded rotisserie chicken for raw chicken breasts.
  • This recipe is freezer friendly; assemble completely, cover tightly, and freeze before baking. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking as directed, adding 10-15 minutes to the bake time.
  • Use your favorite high-CPC marinara sauce for the best flavor.

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