Chicken Parmesan Casserole: Crispy, Cheesy, One-Pan Italian Bliss
Juicy chicken cubes swim in tangy marinara, blanketed by stretchy mozzarella and nutty Parmesan, crowned with golden breadcrumbs. This Chicken Parmesan Casserole is comfort food perfected—no frying, no layering individual cutlets, just scoop-and-serve Italian joy.
The Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater quietly steals the show: fine blade for fluffy cheese melts, coarse blade for crunchy topping—done in cranks.
Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
1.5 lbs boneless chicken (breast or thighs), cubed
24 oz marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
2 cups mozzarella, finely shredded
1 cup Parmesan, finely shredded
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt & pepper
Fresh basil (for garnish)
Step-by-Step: Casserole in 4 Cranks
1. Shred Cheese Like a Pro
Lock your cheese grater hand crank with suction base.
Fine blade: Feed mozzarella block → crank for fluffy, melt-ready shreds.
Repeat with Parmesan. Set aside. (Pro tip: Shred extra—casserole loves cheese.)
2. Prep Chicken & Sauce
Cube chicken. Sauté in olive oil with garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until golden. Stir in marinara. Simmer until thick and fragrant.
3. Layer the Love
In a baking dish:
Spread half the chicken-sauce mix.
Sprinkle half the shredded mozzarella + Parmesan.
Repeat layers.
Top with Geedel-crushed breadcrumbs (coarse blade = perfect crunch).
4. Bake & Broil
Bake at 375°F until bubbly. Switch to broil for the final golden crown. Garnish with basil. Serve with pasta, garlic bread, or straight from the dish.
Tips & Twists
Extra Crispy – Mix crushed breadcrumbs with melted butter before topping.
Veggie Boost – Geedel-slice zucchini or mushrooms; layer in.
Spicy Kick – Add red pepper flakes to sauce.
Make-Ahead – Assemble, cover, fridge up to 1 day. Shred cheese with Geedel ahead.
Conclusion: Casserole That Wins Hearts
This Chicken Parmesan Casserole isn’t just dinner—it’s Italian comfort in a scoop. With the cheese shredder, every crank delivers perfectly shredded cheese and crisp toppings. One tool, one dish, endless family smiles.
