One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Bake Recipe

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasoning

• 2 tablespoons Italian dressing (not the creamy kind)
• 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
• Kosher salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano

Pasta and Sauce

• 16 ounces dry penne pasta (1 box)
• 24 ounces Alfredo sauce (1 jar or 3 cups if using homemade)
• Water (use Marinara jar to fill)

Cheese and Garnish

• ½ cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1½ cups sun-dried tomatoes (optional)
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat Italian dressing in a large 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken breasts and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook until chicken is browned and just cooked through, about 5 minutes depending on thickness.
2. Pour in the dry penne pasta and the entire jar of Alfredo sauce. Fill the empty marinara jar with water and add it to the skillet (about 1 to 1½ cups). If you are using a stockpot, add 2 cups of water. Season with additional salt, pepper, and dried oregano. Gently stir to combine the mixture.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until the pasta is tender to your liking, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
4. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes if using, distributing evenly throughout the dish.
5. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top, then add shredded mozzarella cheese. Do not stir. Cover and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, or broil the skillet for about 4 minutes to melt and brown the cheese for a delicious finish.
6. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately. Enjoy your creamy, cheesy Chicken Alfredo!

Notes

• If you do not have Italian dressing, substitute with olive oil and Italian seasoning.
• For a lighter version, use low-fat Alfredo sauce and part-skim mozzarella.
• Sun-dried tomatoes add a tangy sweetness but can be omitted if unavailable.
• Stir occasionally while simmering to prevent pasta from sticking to the pan.
• Broiling cheese on top adds a golden crust but is optional.