Description
This Baked Chicken Parmesan Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken, marinara sauce, and gooey cheeses, all topped with a crispy seasoned breadcrumb layer. Perfect for a family dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
Sauce and Cheese:
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Breadcrumb Topping:
- 1½ cups garlic croutons or panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer the chicken: Spread the chicken pieces in an even layer in the bottom of the dish and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Add sauce and cheese: Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Prepare the topping: In a small bowl, toss the croutons or panko with olive oil until coated. Spread the topping over the cheese layer.
- Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Let cool briefly before serving. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, zucchini noodles, or with a side salad.
- You can use cooked rotisserie chicken to save time—adjust baking time accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
