Description
Chicken Parmesan Casserole is a delightful twist on the classic dish, combining tender chicken, rich marinara sauce, and a generous layer of melted cheese. This comforting casserole bakes to golden perfection, making it an ideal choice for cozy family dinners or casual gatherings with friends. Prepare to indulge in a hearty, flavor-packed meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Place them in the baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over the chicken until well-covered.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce followed by freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- In a bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, olive oil, and Italian seasoning; mix well and sprinkle over the cheese layer.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg