Description
Dump And Bake Chicken Parmesan Casserole is a quick, family‑friendly bake that combines uncooked pasta, shredded chicken, robust marinara sauce, and a generous blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. In just minutes you toss everything together, bake until golden, and serve a comforting Italian‑inspired dinner that satisfies picky eaters and busy schedules alike. Perfect for meal‑prep, this one‑pan dish delivers flavor, texture, and convenience without the fuss of multiple pots so for families!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups uncooked pasta
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl combine uncooked pasta, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add shredded chicken and marinara sauce; mix until evenly coated.
- Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle mozzarella then Parmesan over the top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake 10‑15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- stir in a pinch of red‑pepper flakes with the sauce. Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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