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Lazy Chicken Parmesan Baked Spaghetti

Lazy Chicken Parmesan Baked Spaghetti

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This Chicken Parmesan Baked Spaghetti features frozen chicken patties layered with tender spaghetti, rich marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese all baked together into one satisfying, golden-topped dish. It’s the ultimate shortcut dinner that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen, perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a hungry family without the fuss.

Ingredients

  • 1 (1 lb) box thin spaghetti
  • 2 (24 oz) jars marinara or pasta sauce
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, use whole milk mozzarella for the best melt
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 frozen chicken patties, Tyson brand or your preferred brand, no thawing needed
  • Salt and pepper to taste, optional, depending on the saltiness of your sauce and cheese
  • Optional toppings, fresh basil, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, or extra Parmesan

Instructions

  1. Boil the water: Fill a large pot with salted water and bring it to a rolling boil.
  2. Cook the pasta: Add the thin spaghetti and cook for 6-8 minutes until just shy of al dente, since it will continue cooking in the oven. Drain well and set aside.
  3. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit while the pasta cooks.
  4. Arrange in a baking dish: While the pasta cooks, spread the 8 frozen chicken patties in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish in a single layer. You may need to overlap them slightly.
  5. Layer the sauce: Pour one jar of marinara sauce evenly over the frozen chicken patties, covering them as much as possible.
  6. Spread the pasta: Layer the cooked spaghetti over the chicken and sauce, creating an even layer across the baking dish.
  7. Add remaining sauce: Pour the second jar of marinara sauce over the pasta, making sure everything is well coated.
  8. Top with cheese: Sprinkle the 3 cups of shredded mozzarella evenly over the top, then finish with the 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese for a golden, flavorful crust.
  9. Bake: Transfer the baking dish to your preheated 375-degree oven and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are golden brown. The chicken will finish cooking through during this time.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

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