Chicken Nugget Parmesan Recipe

A quick, cheesy, family-friendly twist on classic chicken parmesan made with crispy chicken nuggets, marinara, and melty mozzarella. Perfect for busy weeknights — ready in just 30 minutes!

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American Italian

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Resting Time: 5

Total Time: 35

Servings: servings

Calories: 465kcal

Cost: $10

Equipment

1 9x13 inch baking dish Glass or ceramic recommended for even baking
1 Box grater or food processor For shredding fresh mozzarella and parmesan
1 Small saucepan To warm marinara and infuse garlic
1 Oven mitts For safety when handling hot dish
1 Kitchen timer Ensures perfect bake time
1 Spatula or serving spoon For easy serving without breaking cheese layer

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 lb frozen chicken nuggets About 20–24 pieces; homemade or store-bought
2 cups marinara sauce Store-bought or homemade
1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Freshly shredded melts best
0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese Adds nutty flavor
2 cloves garlic, minced Optional — sauté in marinara for depth
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Adds classic Italian flavor
1 handful fresh basil leaves For garnish
1 pinch red pepper flakes Optional for spice

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F and lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish.
Spread half of the marinara sauce on the bottom of the dish.
Arrange chicken nuggets in a single layer over the sauce.
Spoon remaining marinara over nuggets and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
Cover with mozzarella and parmesan cheese evenly.
Bake for 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Let rest for 3–5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh basil and optional red pepper flakes.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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