What are the ingredients for chicken parmesan?

Traditional chicken Parmesan ingredients include breaded chicken, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. For the casserole version, pasta is added along with these classic ingredients.

What is the difference between chicken parmigiana and chicken parmesan?

Both terms refer to the same dish, though 'parmigiana' is the Italian term, while 'parmesan' is more commonly used in the U.S. The dish features breaded, fried chicken topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese.

What is the secret to crispy chicken parmesan?

To achieve crispy chicken in the classic version, the chicken should be breaded and fried until golden brown. For casserole versions, you can sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top before baking to achieve a crispy finish.

Incredible Chicken Parmesan Casserole: A Family Favorite

Name: Incredible Chicken Parmesan Casserole: A Family Favorite
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 52 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 ounces penne pasta (about 4 cups dry pasta); 2 cups cooked shredded or cubed chicken; 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce; 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained); 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley and/or basil (optional garnish)

Description

A comforting, family-friendly casserole packed with all the flavors of classic chicken Parmesan—perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

12 ounces penne pasta (about 4 cups dry pasta)
2 cups cooked shredded or cubed chicken
1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley and/or basil (optional garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions and drain.
Mix the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and black pepper in a large bowl.
Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining marinara sauce.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil, top with remaining mozzarella, Parmesan, and panko breadcrumbs. Bake for an additional 10 minutes, uncovered, until the cheese is melted.
Garnish with fresh parsley or basil, and serve hot.

Notes

For extra crunch, broil the casserole for 2-3 minutes at the end.
Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker prep.

Prep Time: 12 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian