italian chicken nugget casserole?

How To Make italian chicken nugget casserole?

• 1

  Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.Cook ziti in the boiling water until cooked through but firm to the bite,about 13 minutes;drain
• 2

  Transfer to a large bowl,add 1 tablespoon italian salad dressing and 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese;mix well for 2 minutes until combined.Set aside.
• 3

  Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
• 4

  Coat the bottom of a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.Add 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese and 2 teaspoons garlic powder;mix well.
• 5

  Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.Add thawed chicken nuggets and cook for 6 minutes or until completely tender.
• 6

  Stir in 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese,1 tablespoon italian salad dressing,1/2 cup marinara sauce,sea salt/black pepper and italian seasoning.Remove from heat.
• 7

  In a medium bowl,combine heavy cream,remaning italian salad dressing,ricotta cheese,italian seasoning and remaining marinara sauce;whisk together for 5 minutes until creamy and smooth.Set aside.
• 8

  Add prepared ziti into chicken nugget mixture in saucepan;mix well.
• 9

  Pour into a prepared casserole dish and spread evenly.Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese and remaining parmesan cheese.
• 10

  Bake for 30 minutes or until the casserole is set.Cool completely for 10 minutes.
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