Chicken Parmesan Casserole

Chicken parmesan casserole is an easy-to-make and super delicious American-Italian dish offering a mouthwatering combination of tender chicken, creamy cheese, and a flavorful sauce.

Whether you are looking for tasty comfort food, a special family dinner, or want to delight your guests, this easy chicken parmesan casserole is perfect.

Simple and delicious, you have to try this recipe.

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Why I Love Chicken Parmesan Casserole

• Minimal prep work
• Stores and freezes well
• You can use frozen chicken tenders or leftover rotisserie chicken

What is the Difference Between Chicken Parmigiana and Parmesan?

Surprisingly, chicken parmigiana and parmesan refer to the same recipe but with different names.

What can I Substitute Parmesan Cheese for in Chicken Parmesan?

Substitute parmesan cheese with cheddar, goat’s cheese, pecorino, or manchego. Dairy-free substitutes include Brazil nuts, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and sea salt flakes.   

How to Serve Chicken Parmesan Casserole?

You can serve this casserole with garlic bread, mashed potatoes, roasted broccoli, sautéed spinach, and a side salad.

Cooking Tips:

• Do not use raw check for this recipe; cook it up front for the best results.
• While panko bread crumbs are excellent toppings, other alternatives are pepperoni, ritz crackers, flavored breadcrumbs, caramelized onions, and French fried onions.
• If you like a browner and crisper top, bake for another five minutes at 425 degrees.

Variations:

• Use any shaped pasta like ziti and bow tie pasta.
• Make this chicken parmesan casserole dairy-free with gluten-free pasta and vegan cheese.
• Add a yummy twist to this casserole with broccoli, bell peppers, mushroom, frozen peas, and chopped zucchini.

Ingredients:

• Rotini pasta cooked to your liking
• Chicken thighs
• Spaghetti sauce
• Italian seasoning
• Diced tomatoes
• Mozzarella cheese
• Butter unsalted
• Panko bread crumbs
• Parmesan cheese
• Garlic powder
• Parsley

How to make Chicken Parmesan Casserole:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

Step 2. In a deep-sided ovenproof skillet or well-greased 9×9 baking dish, stir together the sauce, diced tomatoes, chicken, and Italian seasoning.

Adding the diced tomatoes.

Adding the sauce.

Adding the Italian seasoning.

Step 3. Add the cooked noodles to the chicken mixture and stir to combine.

Step 4. Layer the mozzarella cheese on top of the mixture.

Step 5. In the bowl, add the butter.

Adding the panko crumbs.

Adding the parmesan cheese.

Adding the garlic powder.

Mix all together until well combined.

Step 6. Spread the topping mixture over the top of the cheese on the casserole.

Step 7. Bake for 25-30 minutes.

Serve warm!

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How to Store Chicken Parmesan Casserole

After enjoying this delicious casserole, you can save leftovers for another day. Transfer them to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to three days.

How to Reheat Chicken Parmesan Casserole

Defrost this pasta overnight before reheating it for the best outcome. Also, you may want to add some sauce before reheating in the microwave or oven for a soft and juicy casserole.

How Much Does Chicken Parmesan Casserole Last in the Fridge?

Freeze this casserole in a freezer-friendly container for six months.  

Can I Make Ahead Chicken Parmesan Casserole?

You can assemble the casserole two days ahead and store it in the refrigerator covered with foil.

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