Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta

This oven-baked Garlic Chicken Parmesan Pasta is the ultimate comfort food. It’s beloved by adults and kids alike. It’s also a lot easier and less messy than the original chicken parmesan, but the results are still absolutely delicious. Pair it with a simple salad and garlic bread, and this dish is the perfect simple Sunday dinner the entire family will love!

My whole family loves chicken parmesan. What’s not to love? Breaded chicken, tangy tomato sauce, and melty mozzarella make the perfect comfort food recipe. 

Like my Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Casserole, and my Chicken Jalapeño Casserole, this easy chicken casserole is simple to make.

But traditional chicken parm can also be kind of time consuming. That’s why I love this oven-baked chicken parm recipe. It’s fast, easy, and most importantly, delicious. It only requires 6 ingredients and 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights.

This chicken parm pasta bake is everything you love about the classic Italian-American dish without all the breading and frying. Just combine the ingredients, pop it in the oven to bake until crispy, top with more sauce and mozzarella, and serve with some garlic bread and a leafy, green salad. 

Why Try This Parmesan Garlic Chicken Pasta Recipe

• Delicious Recipe – Moist, tender chicken is paired with penne pasta in this easy pasta dish the whole family is sure to love.  
• Easy to Make – This easy pasta dinner is made with just 6 simple ingredients, this recipe is ready in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for a busy weeknight dinner option. 
• Versatile – You can change up this recipe in many ways to suit your family’s tastes. 

Ingredients for Garlic Parm Chicken Pasta

This easy pasta recipe is a family favorite that requires just a few simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen!

Chicken – Cooked and shredded. I usually use boneless skinless chicken breasts, but you could use cooked chicken tenders.

Penne pasta – or other short form pasta

Fresh Garlic – minced

Mozzarella cheese – I like to shred fresh cheese for the best melt. 

Italian seasoning – or a combination of dried basil and oregano

Parmesan Cheese – Again, I like fresh, but grated jarred parmesan from the grocery store will work

Spaghetti Sauce – Use your favorite brand

Equipment Needed To Make 

• Large saucepan
• Strainer
• Baking dish

Substitutions & Alterations

• You can use a homemade or store bought Parmesan sauce for this easy chicken pasta recipe. Any creamy sauce such as vodka sauce or marinara sauce would work.
•  You can use different type of pasta
• Add some roasted bell peppers or fresh spinach for a great addition of extra flavor
•  I usually use boneless chicken breasts, but you could use chicken tenders.
• Use a gluten free pasta to make this delicious dish a GF recipe.

How to Make Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe

These steps are an overview of the full instructions found in the recipe card below. 

Step 1 – Preheat your oven and prepare pasta according to package instructions.

While the pasta cooks, heat the pasta sauce with seasonings Drain the cooked pasta and mix with the sauce and cooked, shredded chicken.

Step 2 – Blend ingredients together.

Step 3 – Transfer everything to a casserole dish.Top with Cheese.

Step 4 – Bake as directed.

Step 5 – Let cool and top with additional cheese, if desired.

Time Saving Tips & Tricks for the Best Garlic Parmesan Chicken

• Shred the cheese in the morning to save time during cooking.
• Use fresh cheese for the best melt. Packaged, pre-shredded cheese usually contains an anti-caking agent so it doesn’t clump together. But that also means it doesn’t melt quite as well.
• Shred the chicken ahead of time. You can also use a rotisserie chicken.
• Double the recipe and freeze one for later.
• Prepare the pasta ahead of time. 
• Store leftovers in an airtight container.

How to Serve Garlic Parm Chicken Pasta

• Pair it with a simple green salad, Easy Summer Tomato Salad, Burrata Caprese Salad or my Simple Caprese Salad
• Serve with some crusty bread with a plate or olive oil and herbs or Easy Garlic Bread on the side
• Top with more shredded cheese, chopped parsley or other fresh herbs, or red pepper flakes.

How to Store Leftover Chicken Parm Casserole

Allow the parmesan casserole to cool completely before storing to avoid condensation or excess moisture. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days

You can also freeze the cooked and cooled casserole for up to 6 months.

How to Reheat Garlic Chicken Parmesan 

Reheat in the microwave in a microwave safe dish for 2 minutes on high. Stir, and heat again in 30 second bursts until heated through.

More Dinner Recipes

• Chicken Alfredo Roll-Ups
• Creamy Chicken Pot Pie
• Chicken Noodle Casserole
• Crockpot Chicken & Dumplings

For more amazing easy and budget-friendly pasta recipes, try my Old Fashioned Baked Macaroni and Cheese, my Chicken Pasta with Tomatoes and Basil and my Skillet Spaghetti:

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