Description
A comforting dish that transforms crispy chicken nuggets into a family favorite with rich marinara and melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken nuggets (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups freshly shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread chicken nuggets on a baking sheet and bake as per package instructions or until golden brown.
- While the nuggets are baking, heat marinara sauce in a saucepan, adding minced garlic and a pinch of dried herbs for extra flavor.
- Once cooked, transfer chicken nuggets to a baking dish. Pour marinara sauce over nuggets, then sprinkle fresh mozzarella and grated Parmesan on top.
- Return to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Pair with garlic bread and a fresh salad for a complete meal. You can also add sautéed mushrooms or roasted red peppers for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: chicken nuggets, parmesan, comfort food, family dinner, easy recipe