Creamy Chicken Italiano Pasta Bake
Creamy Chicken Italiano Pasta Bake is a delightful dish combining penne pasta, Alfredo sauce, broccoli, tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a comforting family dinner!
Ingredients
- 1 pound penne pasta (dry)
- 16-ounce jar Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups broccoli florets (steamed until tender)
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie is great)
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (freshly cracked)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat a 12-inch cast iron skillet with cooking spray, or you can opt for a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Once done, drain and place it in a large pot over low heat. Mix in the Alfredo sauce, milk, steamed broccoli, shredded chicken, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the pasta mixture into the cast iron skillet. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella on top. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and melted. Remove from the oven and serve warm. Be cautious with the cast iron skillet, as it retains heat for a while after baking. 🍽️✨