Chicken Parm Pasta Bake

Name: Chicken Parm Pasta Bake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 12 Oz Penne Pasta; 2 Chicken Breasts - Diced; 1/2 Cup All-Purpose Flour; 2 Egg - Beaten; 1 Cup Bread Crumbs; 1/2 Cup Parmesan Cheese - Grated or Divided; 2 Tbsp Olive Oil; 3 Cup Marinara Sauce; 2 Cup Mozzarella Cheese - Shredded; 1 Tsp Italian Seasoning; 2 Clove Garlic - Minced; 1 Tsp Salt And Pepper - To Taste

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Baked to perfection, this dish brings together tender, golden chicken and rich marinara sauce, enveloping al dente penne pasta in a warm embrace of gooey mozzarella and savory Parmesan. Ideal for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner, each bite delivers a delightful crunch from the crispy chicken coating, perfectly balanced with the creamy cheesiness. It's a comforting meal that will make everyone at the table feel right at home, leaving them asking for seconds!

Ingredients

12 Oz Penne Pasta
2 Chicken Breasts - Diced
1/2 Cup All-Purpose Flour
2 Egg - Beaten
1 Cup Bread Crumbs
1/2 Cup Parmesan Cheese - Grated or Divided
2 Tbsp Olive Oil
3 Cups Marinara Sauce
2 Cups Mozzarella Cheese - Shredded
1 Tsp Italian Seasoning
2 Cloves Garlic - Minced
1 Tsp Salt And Pepper - To Taste

Directions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9 × 13-inch baking dish.
Cook pasta until just shy of al dente. Drain and set aside.
Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Coat each piece first in flour, then beaten egg, and finally breadcrumbs mixed with ¼ cup Parmesan.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and nearly cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds. Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning.
Toss the cooked pasta with about two-thirds of the marinara sauce and ½ cup mozzarella.
Spread the pasta into the baking dish. Arrange the crispy chicken pieces over top.
Spoon the remaining marinara over the chicken, leaving some of the breading exposed so it stays crispy.
Sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and ¼ cup Parmesan.
Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbling. Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end if you’d like a browned, bubbly top.
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot.