Chicken Parmesan Casserole
This Chicken Parmesan Casserole is a delicious twist on the classic Italian dish, combining rigatoni pasta, marinara sauce, tender chicken, and melted cheese, all topped with a crispy breadcrumb crust. It's a comforting and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch Baking Dish
- Large Bowl
- Pot
Ingredients
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 32 ounces marinara sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3 cups cooked chicken
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Basil ribbons
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook the rigatoni pasta al dente according to package directions, then drain well.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and cooked chicken. Stir until well combined.
- Layer half of the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the shredded mozzarella cheese and half of the shredded Parmesan cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining pasta mixture, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a pot over low heat. Remove the pot from the heat and add the breadcrumbs, shredded Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Stir until well combined.
- Remove the casserole from the oven after 10 minutes, uncover it, and sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top.
- Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the breadcrumb topping is lightly browned, the cheese is melted, and the casserole is heated through.
- Once done, garnish with basil ribbons before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
This Chicken Parmesan Casserole is a versatile dish that can be customized with your favorite ingredients such as additional vegetables or herbs. It's perfect for a cozy family dinner or potluck gathering.