Chicken Parmesan Casserole

An alternative to the classic. The cook times depends on whether you're using a glass or metal baking dish and, naturally, the regulated temperature of your oven. From Food Wishes by Chef John.

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
•  hot red pepper flakes, to taste
• 6 (5 -6 ounce)  boneless skinless chicken breast halves
• 2  cups  marinara sauce
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped fresh basil
• 2  cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1  cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 (5 ounce) package garlic-flavored croutons

Directions

1. In a 9x13" baking pan, add the 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes; spread it around so it covers the bottom of the pan.
2. Place chicken breasts in the pan. Pour the sauce on top of the chicken. Sprinkle basil on top. Sprinkle half of the cheeses on top of the basil. Dump all the croutons over mixture and finish it off with the other half of the cheese.
3. Bake at 350 degrees for 45- 55 minutes until breasts are cooked through; remove from oven. Let stand for about 10 minutes before serving.