Chicken Parm Pierogi Bake
A delicious and comforting bake that combines pierogies and chicken parmesan for a memorable family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option Available
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package pierogies (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh herbs (optional), for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare your chicken by cooking it in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat until cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- Cook the pierogies according to package instructions, boiling until they float and then sautéing until slightly browned.
- Assemble a layer of marinara sauce in a 9×13 inch baking dish, then half of the cooked pierogies, followed by shredded chicken, more marinara sauce, and half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat layering with the remaining pierogies, chicken, marinara sauce, and the rest of the mozzarella cheese.
- Bake covered with aluminum foil for 25 minutes and then uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
Notes
Feel free to customize by adding sautéed vegetables or using different types of cheese!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: chicken, pierogi, bake, comfort food, family recipe