Ingredients
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- 1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce
- 3 cups water
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 (16 ounce) package uncooked penne pasta
- 1 ½ lbs. raw chicken breast, diced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or Italian cheese blend
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- Optional garnish: fresh chopped herbs such as fresh basil or fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Spray a 13-inch by 9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In the prepared dish, whisk together the marinara sauce, water, salt, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.
- Add the uncooked pasta and the raw chicken. Stir until evenly distributed.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil to prevent moisture escape. Bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover the dish and stir the pasta. Spread mozzarella on top, then sprinkle with Parmesan and breadcrumbs.
- Bake uncovered for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese melts, the top turns golden brown, and the chicken is cooked through. Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.
Last Step:
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Double-check that the foil is tightly secured to keep moisture in while baking.
Feel free to customize with your favorite veggies or spices for added flavor.
Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving to allow it to set.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg