1-Preheat oven and prepare pasta as directed: Ready to dive into making this Herb Chicken Pasta Bake? It’s easier than you think, starting with preheating your oven to 400°F (204°C) and gathering all your ingredients for a smooth process. First, cook those 2 packages of penne pasta (32 ounces total) according to the package directions until it’s just right al dente for the best texture. Meanwhile, season your 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts with 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.

2-Season and cook chicken with garlic and herbs: Next, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pan over medium heat and add 3 cloves of fresh chopped garlic, cooking until fragrant. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until it’s golden and fully done.

3-Sauté mushrooms and make the sauce: In the same pan, sauté 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms until tender, then thicken with 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour. For more details on similar chicken dishes, check out our guide on how to make easy chicken parmesan for extra inspiration. Now, stir in 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, 1/2 cup dry white wine, and 2 tablespoons mustard to create a savory sauce.

4-Mix everything and bake for 15-20 minutes: Combine the cooked pasta, cubed chicken, herbs, 1/4 cup roughly chopped flat-leaf Italian parsley, and that mushroom sauce in a baking dish. Pop it in the oven at 400°F for 15 to 20 minutes until it’s bubbly and heated through.

5-Cool and serve with optional tweaks: Let it cool a bit before serving this whole process takes about 45 minutes, and you can double the sauce for extra creaminess if you like.