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Caprese Chicken Casserole

Caprese Chicken Casserole: Your New Comfort Food Favorite

Caprese Chicken Casserole is a delightful mix of juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil, perfect for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Breasts shredded rotisserie chicken works well
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup Fresh Mozzarella chopped or mozzarella balls
  • 1/2 cup Basil Pesto homemade or store-bought
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • 1 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese use freshly grated
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 2-quart baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, basil pesto, mayonnaise, half of the shredded Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully incorporated.
  3. Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the greased baking dish to create a cohesive base layer.
  4. Top with halved cherry tomatoes and chopped mozzarella, then sprinkle remaining Parmesan over the top.
  5. Bake for 20 to 22 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 34gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use ripe cherry tomatoes and fresh mozzarella for the best flavor. Keep an eye on baking time to avoid overbaking.

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