Description
Indulge in comfort with Chicken Parmesan Casserole, where juicy chicken melds with rich marinara and gooey cheese, all baked to perfection. This cozy dish is perfect for family dinners or impressing guests without the fuss. Enjoy layers of flavor and texture that create an unforgettable experience for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4 breasts)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large casserole dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sauté in a pan over medium heat until golden brown on both sides (about 5 minutes each).
- Spread half of the marinara sauce in the casserole dish. Layer seared chicken on top and cover with remaining marinara.
- Generously sprinkle mozzarella over the chicken.
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and olive oil; spread evenly over cheese layer.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes; remove foil in the last 5 minutes to crisp topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 105mg