Introduction
Looking for a fun, comforting, and incredibly easy dinner idea that combines two family favorites into one crowd-pleasing dish?
This Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Chicken Casserole delivers all the bold, savory flavors of a classic pepperoni pizza paired with crispy, tender chicken.
Perfect for a busy weeknight or a cozy weekend meal, it comes together in minutes and bakes up into a bubbling, golden masterpiece that everyone will love.
Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Chicken Casserole
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Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 25 mins | Servings: 4–6> 🛒 Ingredients * The Base:
* 3 to 4 large cooked crispy chicken breasts or chicken tenders, cut into bite-sized pieces
* 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
* 1/2 cup fresh green onions (scallions), chopped
* The Cheese & Toppings:
* 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
* 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
* 1 package (approx. 3–4 oz) pepperoni slices
* 1 tsp Italian seasoning or garlic powder
👩🍳 Instructions
* Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch glass baking dish.
* Layer the Chicken: Arrange your crispy chicken pieces evenly across the bottom of the prepared glass baking dish.
* Add Sauce and Aromatics: Spoon the pizza sauce evenly over the chicken, then scatter the chopped green onions across the top.
* Load the Cheese: Cover generously with the shredded mozzarella and a dusting of Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
* Top with Pepperoni: Arrange the pepperoni slices neatly across the surface of the cheese.
* Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is thoroughly melted, bubbling around the edges, and golden on top.
* Serve:
Let it rest for 3 to 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm!
Conclusion
With its irresistible layers of gooey mozzarella,
savory pepperoni, and crispy chicken, this pizza chicken casserole is guaranteed to become a regular fixture in your meal rotation.
Serve it up fresh from the oven with a side salad or some garlic bread, and watch it disappear in seconds.
Enjoy every delicious, cheese-pulling bite!