Lazy Chicken Parmesan Baked Spaghetti
Looking for a comforting and quick dinner that your family will love? Lazy Chicken Parmesan Baked Spaghetti is the answer! This delicious casserole combines tender chicken, hearty spaghetti, and gooey melted cheese—all baked to perfection with just five simple ingredients. It’s not only easy to prepare but also a budget-friendly meal that can be prepped ahead of time and popped in the oven when you’re ready to eat. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this dish will have everyone clamoring for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (1 lb) box thin spaghetti
- 2 (24 oz) jars marinara sauce
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 8 frozen chicken patties
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375° F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions, then drain. Mix with 1.5 jars of marinara sauce and 2 cups of mozzarella cheese, seasoning as desired.
- Pour the pasta into the prepared baking dish and arrange the frozen chicken patties on top.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then remove from the oven and add the remaining marinara sauce and an additional cup of mozzarella along with grated parmesan.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg