Description
A hearty Chicken Parmesan Pasta Casserole for a family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 jar marinara sauce (24 oz)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, shredded chicken, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use leftover chicken for quicker preparation.
- Substitute whole grain pasta for a healthier option.
- Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Chicken Parmesan Pasta Casserole, Chicken Casserole, Italian Pasta Dish