Chicken Parmesan Gnocchi Bake is a comforting, cheesy casserole combining pillowy gnocchi, tender chicken, marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella, all baked to golden perfection.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Italian-American
Diet:Halal
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb gnocchi
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
2 cups marinara sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp olive oil
Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
Cook gnocchi according to package instructions, drain, and toss with olive oil.
In a large bowl, combine gnocchi, cooked chicken, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Top evenly with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end if you want a golden, crispy top.
Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Use store-bought rotisserie chicken to save time.
For extra flavor, add sautéed spinach or mushrooms into the mix.
Leftovers reheat beautifully for a quick lunch or dinner.