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Oven Baked 5-Ingredient Marry Me Chicken Pasta

A delicious and easy meal combining tender chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, and flavorful sun-dried tomatoes, all baked with pasta. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz uncooked short pasta (penne, rotini, or rigatoni)
  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 16 oz jar Alfredo sauce
  • 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 1.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper (optional)
  • Nonstick cooking spray or olive oil for greasing the dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Add the uncooked pasta to the dish, then layer it with the bite-sized chicken pieces.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the Alfredo sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, 1 cup of Parmesan cheese, and water. Season with salt and pepper if desired, then pour this mixture over the pasta and chicken, stirring gently to combine.
Baking
  1. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
  2. After 35 minutes, remove the foil, stir the mixture, and sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top. Bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  3. If you like a crispy top, broil for a few minutes at the end.
Serving
  1. Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with a green salad or garlic bread. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or basil for added flavor.