Servings: 6

8 ounces dry rotini pasta 8 ounces dry rotini pasta
6 frozen crispy chicken strips (like Tyson) 6 frozen crispy chicken strips (like Tyson)
2 cups ricotta cheese 2 cups ricotta cheese
2 large eggs 2 large eggs
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese , divided 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese , divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese , divided ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese , divided
24 ounce jar marinara sauce , divided 24 ounce jar marinara sauce , divided
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder
chopped fresh parsley , for garnish chopped fresh parsley , for garnish

Preheat oven to 375° F. Grease a 9×13 casserole dish with nonstick spray. Set aside.
Cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In the meantime, air fry (or bake) the crispy chicken strips according to package directions. Cool slightly, then slice into ½-inch pieces.
In a large mixing bowl combine the ricotta, eggs, half of the mozzarella, half of the Parmesan, half of the marinara sauce, and all the seasonings. Add in the cooked pasta and stir to incorporate. Dump mixture into the bottom of the prepared casserole dish in an even layer.
Place chicken pieces on top of the pasta mixture.
Pour the remaining marinara sauce on top and sprinkle with the remaining cheeses.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the casserole is warmed through and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Serve with a bit of chopped parsley and enjoy.

It’s best with crispy chicken. Chicken Parmesan includes breaded crispy chicken, but you can use leftover chicken breast or even rotisserie chicken in this casserole, if preferred. It just won’t have that irresistible taste and texture.  It’s best with crispy chicken. Chicken Parmesan includes breaded crispy chicken, but you can use leftover chicken breast or even rotisserie chicken in this casserole, if preferred. It just won’t have that irresistible taste and texture.
Make it with homemade marinara sauce. If you have the time, try making our homemade marinara sauce instead of store-bought.  Make it with homemade marinara sauce. If you have the time, try making our homemade marinara sauce instead of store-bought.
Try it with cottage cheese. Swap the ricotta cheese with cottage cheese for a creamier texture and added protein.  Try it with cottage cheese. Swap the ricotta cheese with cottage cheese for a creamier texture and added protein.