Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken & Pasta Bake

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A comforting one-dish meal with tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich sun-dried tomato sauce, baked until bubbly and golden. This Italian-American-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs spaghetti, chicken thighs, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 680 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian-American cuisine 680 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, add 12 oz spaghetti, and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente; drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Season 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, then add chicken and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown; remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1/2 tsp dried oregano, simmering for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken to skillet, add drained spaghetti, and toss to coat. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, then bake uncovered for 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven, stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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