PENNE CHICKEN WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES

Penne Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes image

"The use of precooked chicken and sauce that comes in a jar make this dish fast and easy to assemble." The sun-dried tomatoes give this cheesy casserole a sophisticated feel; it's great for company. -Robin Klawinski of Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3-3/4 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 jars (15 ounces each) sun-dried tomato Alfredo sauce
2 packages (9 ounces each) ready-to-use Southwestern chicken strips
2 cups oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
4 green onions, sliced
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. , In a large bowl, combine the Alfredo sauce, chicken, tomatoes, mushrooms, green onions and pepper. Drain pasta; stir into chicken mixture. Spoon into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. , Cover and bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5-8 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Freeze Option: Before baking, cover and freeze casserole for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Fat 29g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 1566mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein.