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Chicken Parmesan Dump combines ease and comfort with minimal fuss.
This Chicken Parmesan Dump cooks up like a cozy, one-pan symphony. The scent of bubbling pasta sauce mingles with melting cheese, creating an aroma that envelops the kitchen. The cheese-toasty top offers a satisfying crunch with each bite, giving way to tender chicken and hearty pasta beneath. It's a meal that invites everyone to the table, eager for seconds.
Cooking this dish is as straightforward as it gets. Just remember: when the cheese turns a golden hue, it's ready. This cue ensures a pleasing texture contrast—crispy on top and melty below. The ease of preparation makes it an excellent option for busy cooks wanting comfort without fuss.
Sharing this dish brings joyful moments, whether for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. It’s the kind of recipe that sparks conversations about family and favorite meals. Each serving promises warmth and laughter, offering the joy of simple, homemade flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 (12-ounce) package whole-wheat penne pasta
- 1 (24-ounce) jar pasta sauce
- 2 cups water
- 1 pound chicken boneless and skinless, cut into small pieces
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Add the noodles, the pasta sauce, the water, the chicken, and 1/2 cup of the mozzarella in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the pasta mixture with the salt and the pepper and stir to combine until the sauce completely coats the pasta and the chicken.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Uncover the dish and bake until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 10 minutes.
- Spread the breadcrumbs, the remaining mozzarella, and the parmesan cheese over the pasta mixture.
- Bake the pasta mixture, uncovered, until the cheese has melted and the breadcrumbs are golden-brown, about 10 minutes.
- Serve.
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