Are you tired of the same old chicken Parmesan recipe? Look no further! Our Chicken Parmesan Casserole will shake up your dinner routine with a delicious twist on the classic Italian dish. Layers of crispy breaded chicken, gooey melted cheese, and rich tomato sauce make this casserole a family favorite. Plus, it’s easy to prepare ahead of time for those busy weeknights. Get ready to impress your taste buds with this mouth-watering dish!
This Chicken Parmesan Casserole is a delicious and easy way to make a classic dish! The chicken is cooked in a flavorful tomato sauce, then topped with mozzarella cheese and baked until golden brown. Serve this casserole over some pasta or rice for a complete meal.
If you’re in the mood for a savory, hearty dish, this chicken parmesan casserole is the perfect recipe to try. It’s packed with flavor and all of your favorite Italian ingredients, and it’s easy to make too. Plus, it’s a great way to use up any leftover chicken you might have.
Tips:
1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees before beginning this recipe.
2. To save time, you can use precooked chicken in this recipe. Simply shred or dice the chicken before adding it to the casserole dish.
3. If you want a slightly healthier version of this recipe, you can substitute whole wheat bread crumbs for the traditional bread crumbs called for in the ingredients list.
4. This casserole can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until you’re ready to bake it. Simply cover the dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.
Conclusion & Recipe:
If you’re in the mood for an Italian-inspired dish but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen, this chicken Parmesan casserole is the perfect solution. It’s packed with all of the flavors of chicken Parmesan but comes together in just a fraction of the time. And best of all, it can be made ahead of time and reheated when you’re ready to eat.
So if you’re looking for an easy weeknight meal or something to take to a potluck, give this chicken Parmesan casserole a try. You won’t be disappointed!
Chicken Parmesan Casserole
Ingredients
- 3/4 pound of rigatoni pasta
- 32 oz. marinara sauce
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese shredded & separated
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated
- 2 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3/4 cup flour
- 2 teaspoons of seasoned salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 Tablespoons Butter
- Fresh Parsley for garnish
Instructions
Make the Pasta
- Boil the water and cook the Rigatoni for 1 Minute less than al dente. (Refer to the package for exact cooking times).
- Drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Add 32 oz. Add 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese and 1 cup mozzarella to the sauce. Set aside.
Make sure to cook the chicken
- Use paper towels to dry the chicken and then cut it into strips measuring about 1/2 inch.
- For breading chicken, create a production line:
- Bowl #1: 3/4 cup flour + 1/2 tsp salt + 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Bowl #2: 2 whisked egg.
- Bowl #3: 1.5 cups breadcrumbs
- Dip the chicken in the flour mixture. Next, dip it briefly in the whisked egg. Finally, coat the chicken with the breadcrumb mixture. After the breadcrumbs have dried, use your hands to flatten the chicken.
- To give the chicken a golden hue, add 1/4 inch of oil to the pan with the butter. Heat on medium heat.
- After the oil has been heated, place the chicken in the pan. Once it is lowered into the oil, use your kitchen tongs to gently lower it. You will need to cook the strips separately. Cook the chicken for approximately 4 minutes on each side until it is golden brown. As the chicken cooks, you may need to add oil.
- Place the cooked strips onto a paper towel-lined plate. You will have crispier chicken because the paper towels absorb excess oil.
- Cut the strips into bite-sized pieces.
Bake the Casserole.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
- Lightly grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish. Half of the rigatoni/sauce mix should be added. Add half the chicken strips, 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese and 1 cup mozzarella cheese.
- Mix in the rest of the rigatoni. Add the chicken strips, Parmesan cheese and remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Leave the oven on for 25 minutes. To achieve a crisper and browner top, heat the oven to 425 degrees F. Bake for 5 minutes more.
- Garnish with fresh Parsley. Garlic bread with cheese is a great accompaniment!
