1 ½jars(32 ounce) spaghetti or marinara sauce(48 ounces total of sauce will be used)
chopped basil for garnishoptional
Instructions
Cook the pasta according to package directions. Rinse and drain the pasta in a colander.
In a large bowl combine cooked pasta, cooked chicken, Italian seasoning, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese and marinara sauce.
Mix until combined.
Spread the pasta in a 9x13-inch casserole dish and cover with foil.
Bake at 350F degrees for 30 minutes.
Remove from the oven and uncover and top with remaining cheeses.
Bake for about 10 minutes until cheese is melted and casserole is heated through.
Garnish with chopped basil, if desired.
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Notes
Please refer to my FAQ’s and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.
You can use a store-bought rotisserie chicken for this recipe. It is already cooked and makes this a quick and easy meal!
You could also pick up pre-cooked popcorn chicken nuggets from the deli section of your grocery store. The breaded chicken would be the most similar to a traditional Chicken Parmesan.
Use more or less of the cheeses depending on your preference.
You can use both jars of spaghetti sauce instead of just one and a half. It will just take this a bit more saucy.