Chicken Breast Casserole

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A comforting Italian-inspired bake featuring crispy chicken, earthy mushrooms, and melted mozzarella.
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This Chicken Breast Casserole is a hearty, comforting dish that brings together tender chicken breasts, earthy mushrooms, and layers of rich mozzarella and parmesan cheese. The chicken is first marinated in a milk and egg mixture, then coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and pan-fried until golden brown for a satisfying crunch. Layered in a buttered baking dish with sautéed mushrooms and cheese, it bakes into a cohesive, savory masterpiece. Perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners, this recipe offers a warm, home-style meal that feels both indulgent and straightforward. It pairs beautifully with a simple green salad or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful juices.

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Chicken Breast Casserole

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 717.0

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This Chicken Breast Casserole is a hearty, comforting dish that brings together tender chicken breasts, earthy mushrooms, and layers of rich mozzarella and parmesan cheese. The chicken is first marinated in a milk and egg mixture, then coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and pan-fried until golden brown for a satisfying crunch. Layered in a buttered baking dish with saut&# 195;©ed mushrooms and cheese, it bakes into a cohesive, savory masterpiece. Perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners, this recipe offers a warm, home-style meal that feels both indulgent and straightforward. It pairs beautifully with a simple green salad or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful juices.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk to create a marinade.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in a container and pour the egg and milk mixture over them. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to tenderize.
  4. In a separate shallow dish, mix together the bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, garlic salt, and regular pepper.
  5. Remove chicken from the marinade and coat each piece thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  6. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the breaded chicken breasts until light golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  7. Grease the bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch casserole dish with butter.
  8. Arrange a layer of the fried chicken breasts in the dish, placing smaller pieces on the bottom for stability.
  9. Spread a layer of sliced mushrooms over the chicken, then sprinkle generously with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  10. Repeat the layers of chicken, mushrooms, and cheese until the dish is full, finishing with a top layer of cheese.
  11. Bake uncovered for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  12. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 717.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36.0g56%
Saturated Fat 9.9g50%
Cholesterol 267.0mg89%
Sodium 246.0mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 81.0g162%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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