Description
A delightful one-pan casserole combining chicken, marinara sauce, and gooey cheese, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style)
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil spray (optional, for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the chicken breasts in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
- Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the marinara sauce, followed by the grated parmesan cheese.
- Evenly distribute the breadcrumbs over the cheese layer.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Notes
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
- Pair with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Consider adding red pepper flakes or balsamic glaze for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Chicken Parmesan, Casserole, Dump and Bake, Easy Dinner, One-Pan Meal