Chicken Caesar Pasta Casserole
Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, this Chicken Caesar Pasta Casserole is your new weeknight dinner hero! Combining tender penne pasta and juicy shredded chicken with a velvety sauce made from Caesar dressing, sour cream, and cream cheese, this dish takes classic Caesar salad flavors to indulgent new heights. Topped with gooey mozzarella, nutty Parmesan, and golden, buttery panko breadcrumbs for a delightful crunch, it’s then baked to bubbly perfection in just 25 minutes. Perfect for serving a hungry crowd of six, this casserole is easy to prepare, incredibly satisfying, and garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color. Whether you’re meal-prepping or feeding your family, this recipe is sure to impress with every creamy, savory bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 1 cup Caesar salad dressing
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.75 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Caesar dressing, sour cream, cream cheese, 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir until well combined and creamy.
Add the cooked pasta and shredded chicken to the bowl with the sauce. Toss until the pasta and chicken are evenly coated.
Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the pasta mixture, followed by the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese.
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter until evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the top of the casserole for a crunchy topping.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5904 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 358.1 g | 459% | |
| Saturated Fat | 136.6 g | 683% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1167 mg | 389% | |
| Sodium | 5995 mg | 261% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 311.4 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 360.4 g | 721% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3022 mg | 232% | |
| Iron | 23.8 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 2840 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
