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Easy Chicken Parmesan Casserole: Quick 30-Minute Family Dinner

This quick and easy chicken Parmesan casserole delivers all the classic Italian flavors in a simplified one-pan format. Perfect for busy weeknights, it combines tender chicken, marinara sauce, and melted cheeses for a comforting family dinner ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the chicken evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken, spreading it to cover all pieces.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.
  5. Top with seasoned breadcrumbs, creating an even layer across the entire casserole.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

Make ahead by assembling up to a day in advance and refrigerating. Use rotisserie chicken for even faster prep. For gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and marinara sauce.