Chicken Marinara Casserole Recipe

Name: Chicken Marinara Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces diced chicken, cooked; 1/2 cup peeled and diced zucchini; 1/2 cup diced sweet onion; 1 cup fat free marinara sauce; 14 ounces fire roasted diced tomatoes; 7 ounces roasted red peppers, drained and diced; 4 ounces sliced mushrooms; 16 ounces lowfat swiss cheese or 16 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded; 1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese; 1/2 cup fat free breadcrumbs; 1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese

Servings: persons

16 ounces diced chicken, cooked
1/2 cup peeled and diced zucchini
1/2 cup diced sweet onion
1 cup fat free marinara sauce
14 ounces fire roasted diced tomatoes
7 ounces roasted red peppers, drained and diced
4 ounces sliced mushrooms
16 ounces lowfat swiss cheese or 16 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
1/2 cup fat free breadcrumbs
1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese

1
Preheat oven to 375*.
2
Spray a 9x13 baking dish or pan with a nonstick cooking spray.
3
Saute the Onions and Zucchini.
4
In a large bowl mix together the cooked and diced Chicken, the sauteed vegetables, Diced Tomatoes, diced Roasted Peppers, and Mushrooms, set aside.
5
Using the prepared dish or pan, layer 1/2 the Chicken Mixture followed by 1/2 the Marinara sauce, then 1/2 the Ricotta cheese, and 1/2 of the Shredded Cheese.
6
Repeat the same sequence again using the last 1/2.
7
Sprinkle the top with the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and then the breadcrumbs.
8
Bake Casserole for 40 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces diced chicken, cooked, 1/2 cup peeled and diced zucchini, 1/2 cup diced sweet onion, 1 cup fat free marinara sauce, and more.

Yes, Chicken Marinara Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Marinara Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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