A delightful and easy-to-make casserole featuring tender chicken, rich tomato sauce, and gooey cheese, perfect for a family dinner.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
30min
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 1 tsp basil
- 100 g breadcrumbs
- 500 g chicken breast
- 2 cloves garlic
- 200 g mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp oregano
- 100 g parmesan cheese
- 0.5 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 500 ml tomato sauce
Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Step 2
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 4
Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute.
Step 5
Spread the cooked chicken and garlic in an even layer in a baking dish.
Step 6
Pour the tomato sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle with dried basil and oregano.
Step 7
Top with shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese.
Step 8
Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the cheese layer.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Step 10
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.