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30-Minute Chicken Parmesan Casserole

An easy, cheesy, and flavorful chicken parmesan casserole that’s ready in just 30 minutes — the ultimate weeknight comfort food.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole
  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast chopped or shredded
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for drizzling
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.25 tsp salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil or parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Casserole dish
  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a casserole dish.
  2. Spread half of the marinara sauce in the bottom of the dish.
  3. Add chicken on top, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. Layer with remaining sauce and cheeses.
  5. Combine breadcrumbs, olive oil, and Italian seasoning. Sprinkle over casserole.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly. Garnish and serve.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for convenience. Add veggies for extra flavor.