Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, marinara sauce, and sautéed garlic.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle mozzarella, Parmesan, and breadcrumbs evenly over top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts with cooked turkey or plant-based protein for variation.
- For extra crispy topping, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes after baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: High Protein, Gluten-Free (if gluten-free breadcrumbs used)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 420 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg