Chicken Parmesan Casserole

Total Time Prep: 20 min. Bake: 45 min.
Yield 10 servings
Test Kitchen Approved
Pull this golden, crispy chicken Parmesan casserole from the oven, and revel in the smell of bubbling marinara and melted cheese wafting through your kitchen.

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces uncooked penne pasta
  • 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
  • 3 cups water
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
  • 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, optional
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil, optional

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish combine uncooked pasta, marinara, water, Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Season cubed chicken with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper, garlic powder and onion powder. Add to baking dish; stir to combine. Cover, bake 30 minutes. Uncover; stir. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  2. In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan and melted butter. Sprinkle over mozzarella. Bake until cheese is bubbly and breadcrumbs are browned, 10-15 minutes. If desired, garnish with parsley and basil.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 424 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 863mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein.

Use your favorite marinara sauce in this cheesy chicken Parmesan casserole. No need to cook the pasta or chicken separately, as it all bakes in one dish! —Cathy Trochelman, Brookfield, Wisconsin
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