Oven Baked Marry Me Chicken Pasta
This easy baked Marry Me Chicken Pasta recipe is a viral-style comfort food favorite made with simple ingredients, creamy Alfredo sauce, juicy chicken, and sun-dried tomatoes. It’s a quick one-dish pasta bake that tastes like a restaurant-quality meal but comes together effortlessly in your oven.
Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, date nights, and special occasions, this creamy chicken pasta is rich, satisfying, and always gets rave reviews.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe (Benefits)
- Easy weeknight dinner – minimal prep, no boiling pasta separately
- One-pan meal – fewer dishes, faster cleanup
- Ultra creamy & cheesy – rich Alfredo + Parmesan flavor
- High-protein comfort food – tender chicken in every bite
- Crowd-pleasing recipe – perfect for guests and celebrations
- Family favorite – kid-friendly and meal-prep approved
Ingredients
- 12 oz (340 g) uncooked short pasta (penne, rigatoni, rotini)
- 1.5 lb (680 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 jar (16 oz / 2 cups) Alfredo sauce
- 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 1.5 cups water
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
- Olive oil or nonstick spray (for greasing)
Instructions (Easy Baked Chicken Pasta)
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish.
- Add uncooked pasta directly into the dish.
- Spread raw chicken evenly over the pasta.
- In a bowl, mix Alfredo sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, 1 cup Parmesan, and water.
- Pour mixture over pasta and chicken. Stir gently to coat evenly.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
- Remove foil, stir well, and check pasta tenderness.
- Sprinkle remaining Parmesan on top.
- Bake uncovered for 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Serving Ideas
Serve this creamy baked chicken pasta with:
- Fresh green salad with lemon vinaigrette
- Garlic bread or warm baguette
