High Protein Chicken Parmesan Casserole
A delicious and nutritious casserole packed with protein from chicken and cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 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, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Spread the chicken mixture in a greased casserole dish.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Mix breadcrumbs with a drizzle of olive oil in a separate bowl until well coated.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
This casserole is best served warm and pairs well with a green salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg