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Chicken Parmesan Meatball Casserole

Irresistibly Juicy Chicken Parmesan Meatball Casserole Delight

Discover the rich flavors of Chicken Parmesan Meatball Casserole in this easy, satisfying dish perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Comfort Foods
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Breast Ground turkey works well too.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Unsweetened almond milk is a great dairy-free substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Italian Seasoned Breadcrumbs Use plain breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Customize according to your preference.
For the Casserole
  • 12 ounces Long Cut Noodles (like ziti or penne) Cook al dente.
  • 3 cups Spaghetti Sauce Opt for homemade or low-sugar store-bought.
  • 8 ounces Provolone Cheese Mozzarella is a fine substitute.
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Consider fresh mozzarella for creamier texture.
  • 1/2 cup Additional Italian Seasoned Breadcrumbs Mix with olive oil for extra crunch.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Parsley can be used if basil isn’t available.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Casserole dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Combine ground chicken, milk, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well.
  3. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1-1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes.
  4. Layer the bottom of a casserole dish with cooked long cut noodles. Spread spaghetti sauce evenly over the noodles.
  5. Arrange baked meatballs over the sauce, followed by slices of provolone and a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella.
  6. Sprinkle additional Italian seasoned breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese on top.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra richness, drizzle olive oil over the top before baking.

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