Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Chicken Parmesan Casserole

We had this last night for dinner but by the time we were done talking with the neighbor, cleaning up from dinner, talking with each other, and entertaining the dogs, it was time for bed.  We loved this.  Eric commented that it's a shame I hardly make the same thing twice because he really likes this one. 



1/2 lb ziti pasta
1/2 lb skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces
1 c vegetable oil for frying
1/2 c flour
2 eggs, beaten
1/2-3/4 c Italian seasoned bread crumbs
1 tbsp garlic powder
2 c mozzarella cheese, divided
1 c Parmesan cheese, divided
1 jar pasta sauce
1/4 c red cooking wine

Preheat oven to 350 F.  Cook pasta as directed to al dente.  Drain well.  Heat oil in a large pan to 375 F.  Place flour, beaten eggs, and bread crumbs into three separate bowls.  Stir garlic powder into bread crumbs.  Coat chicken pieces with flour then egg then garlic bread crumbs.  Carefully fry coated chicken pieces in hot oil until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes).  Drain on paper towels.  Combine cooked pasta, fried chicken, 1 1/2 c mozzarella cheese, and 1/2 c parmesane cheese in a large bowl.  Stir in pasta sauce.  Pour red wine into empty sauce jar and shake.  Add to bowl.  Mix well to combine and spread into a lightly sprayed 8x8 pan.  Cover with foil.  Bake 30 minutes.  Remove foil and sprinkle remaining cheeses on top.  Bake for additional 15 minutes.  If desired, place under broiler on high for 1-3 minutes to brown top (I love this part-I like dark cheese).

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