Cheesy High Protein Chicken Parmesan Casserole
A hearty casserole that combines rich chicken Parmesan flavors with comfort, perfect for busy weeknights and packed with protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a greased casserole dish.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve hot with a side salad or steamed vegetables. For extra flavor, offer marinara sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg