Dump-and-Bake Chicken Parmesan Casserole
Dump-and-Bake Chicken Parmesan Casserole is an easy, one-pan meal made with tender rotini, marinara, shredded chicken, cheese, and a crispy breadcrumb topping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
1½ cups uncooked rotini pasta
2 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
2 cups marinara sauce
1¼ cups water or chicken broth
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt & pepper
1 cup shredded mozzarella
¼ cup grated Parmesan
½ cup turkey ham or pepperoni (optional)
½ cup breadcrumbs
1 tbsp melted butter or olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Add uncooked pasta to 9×13-inch dish.
- Layer cooked chicken and optional turkey.
- Mix sauce, broth, seasonings, pour over pasta.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Mix breadcrumbs with butter, sprinkle on top.
- Cover with foil, bake 30 mins.
- Uncover, bake 10–15 mins until golden. Rest 5 mins before serving.
Notes
Use chicken broth instead of water for added flavor. Optional meats like turkey ham or pepperoni add a twist!
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