Best 11 3 Cheese Chicken Penne Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece with our 3-Cheese Chicken Penne recipe, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features tender chicken enveloped in a creamy, three-cheese sauce, nestled atop perfectly cooked penne pasta. For those seeking a vegetarian delight, our Spinach and Mushroom Stuffed Shells are a delightful option, offering a savory filling encased in delicate pasta shells. Craving a classic Italian experience? Look no further than our hearty Italian Sausage and Peppers, where succulent sausage and vibrant bell peppers unite in a flavorful embrace. And for a refreshing twist, our Caprese Skewers combine juicy tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and aromatic basil, drizzled with a tantalizing balsamic glaze. Each recipe promises a unique gustatory adventure, satisfying every palate's desire.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

3 CHEESE CHICKEN PENNE WITH ALFREDO SAUCE



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This copycat 3 cheese chicken penne with Alfredo sauce is an easy to make copycat recipe from Applebee's restaurant.

Provided by Carol

Categories     chicken

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 chicken breasts from a rotisserie chicken, chopped
4 ounces of uncooked penne pasta
1/2 jar of your favorite Alfredo sauce
1/4 cup of Provolone cheese
1/4 cup of Mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup of Parmesan reggiano cheese, divided
4 tomatoes, chopped
3 tbsp of fresh basil leaves, chopped
2-3 cloves of garlic
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in salted water until it is al dente, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  • While the pasta is boiling, make the bruschetta chop the tomatoes, garlic and basil. Combine in a bowl with the olive oil. Set aside.
  • Combine the pasta with bottled Alfredo sauce from the jar. Heat slightly in a skillet. Add the provolone, mozzarella, and 1/2 of the Parmesan cheese.
  • Layer the pasta with the rotisserie chicken. Spoon on the freshly made bruschetta, and sprinkle with the remainder of the freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Serve with a side salad and freshly made garlic bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 860.7 calories, Carbohydrate 60.7 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 177.3 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 50.6 grams fat, Fiber 5.0 grams fiber, Protein 43.5 grams protein, SaturatedFat 17.2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1/2 of the recipe, Sodium 1308.1 grams sodium, Sugar 2.8 grams sugar, UnsaturatedFat 15.1 grams unsaturated fat

THREE-CHEESE CHICKEN PENNE PASTA BAKE



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Chunks of chicken in a creamy tomato sauce with basil and fresh spinach are baked with multi-grain penne pasta and topped with cheese.

Provided by Philadelphia

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Time 43m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups multi-grain penne pasta, uncooked
1 (9 ounce) bag fresh spinach leaves
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 (14 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
2 ounces PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel cheese, cubed
1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, divided
2 tablespoons KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding spinach to the boiling water for the last minute.
  • Meanwhile, cook and stir chicken and basil in large nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium-high heat 3 min. Stir in tomatoes and spaghetti sauce; bring to boil. Simmer on low heat 3 min. or until chicken is done, stirring occasionally. Stir in Neufchatel.
  • Drain pasta mixture; return to pan. Stir in chicken mixture and 1/2 cup mozzarella; pour into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through; top with remaining cheeses. Bake 3 min. or until mozzarella is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.7 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 89.2 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 43.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 1004 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

THREE-CHEESE CHICKEN PENNE PASTA BAKE



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Serve our Three-Cheese Chicken Penne Pasta Bake and savor the compliments! With spinach, basil and three types of cheese, this chicken pasta bake can't be beat!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings, 2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups multi-grain penne pasta, uncooked
1 pkg. (9 oz.) fresh spinach leaves
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 tsp. dried basil leaves
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained
1-3/4 cups CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
2 oz. (1/4 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, cubed
1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, divided
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375ºF.
  • Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding spinach to the boiling water for the last minute.
  • Meanwhile, cook and stir chicken and basil in large nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium-high heat 3 min. Stir in tomatoes and pasta sauce; bring to boil. Simmer on medium-low heat 3 min. or until chicken is done, stirring occasionally. Add Neufchatel; cook and stir 1 to 2 min. or until completely melted.
  • Drain pasta mixture; return to pan. Stir in chicken mixture and 1/2 cup mozzarella; spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through; top with remaining cheeses. Bake 3 min. or until mozzarella is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 840 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 44 g

3 CHEESE CHICKEN PENNE



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Going off of applebee's dish, decided to try my own version at home. This is made with a jarred alfredo sauce for quick meals, but of course homemade is always better. Feel free to use your favorite alfredo! For really quick meal use the precooked chicken slices you can find in the freezer section at your grocer freezer.

Provided by Shawn C

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 teaspoon fresh basil leaf, sliced thin
2 roma tomatoes, small diced
1 garlic clove, pressed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
1 lb chicken breast
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon Italian spices
5 button mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon purple onion, very thin sliced (optional)
1 (16 ounce) jar roasted garlic alfredo sauce
2 ounces provolone cheese (chopped up in little pieces or shredded)
2 ounces grated parmesan cheese
2 ounces mozzarella cheese (cut into little pieces or shredded)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 lb penne pasta (cooked according to box directions)

Steps:

  • 2T lemon juice, 1 T olive oil and italian seasonings together, pour over chicken and place in a plastic bag or a marinator container. (i use a vacuume sealed container to speed up process) let marinate for 30 minutes to a couple hours.
  • start bruscetta mixture too. just mix altogether and cover in the fridge until dinner is ready to serve.
  • heat grill and cook chicken on a medium heat until chicken is completely done. start to cook your pasta on stove according to package directions.
  • meanwhile heat 2 tsp olive oil over med-high heat in a heavy skillet and cook mushrooms and onions until tender. turn off skillet
  • empty jar of alfredo sauce into skillet and add drained cooked pasta.
  • chicken is done. slice thick or thin and add to the skillet mix altogether.
  • heat contents of skillet up until just about bubbly then add the cheeses and mix well until combined and melted.
  • serve in pasta dishes and top with bruscetta mix
  • along with some garlic bread or sticks this is a great meal!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 618.2, Fat 29, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 106.2, Sodium 651.6, Carbohydrate 48.8, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 1.6, Protein 40.9

APPLEBEE'S STYLE 3 CHEESE CHICKEN PENNE



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A just wonderful Penne dish with Italian cheese and grilled chicken. Very simple but surprisingly good. This based on a recipe is from Hub Pages Restaurant food at home it is extremely well done.

Provided by Hobittual

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 2 bowls, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 chicken breasts
1/3 cup Italian salad dressing
3 cups penne pasta
15 ounces alfredo sauce
8 ounces Italian cheese, shredded (Mozzarella, Parmesan, Provolone)
4 tomatoes
1 teaspoon basil
2 -3 garlic cloves
6 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Chop Chicken and marinade in Italian dressing for 30 minute.
  • Chop tomatoes, add oil chopped Garlic and basil to make bruschetta. Set aside.
  • Cook Penne in boiling water.
  • Grill or broil Chicken.
  • Divide pasta between two microwavable bowls.
  • Pour Alfredo sauce.over the pasta in each bowl.
  • Layer on Bruschetta.
  • Add a layer of Chicken.
  • Add a layer of shredded cheese.
  • Microwave for 3 min, or longer if previously chilled till cheese is melted.
  • Serve with Garlic bread.
  • Can be prepared well ahead of time in individual bowls, then Microwaved thoroughly.
  • NB. I have edited this recipe from the original post. Thanks to JFitz who kindly pointed out I had omitted to include the Garlic in the Bruschetta. JFitz also added the that she cooked the meal in a casserole dish, in the oven. I have done this successfully also, but I have failed at it by using low quality shredded Italian 3 cheese mix. Always use fresh.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1332.4, Fat 68.8, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 508, Carbohydrate 139.5, Fiber 20.4, Sugar 9.8, Protein 44.5

THREE-CHEESE CHICKEN BAKE



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This is a hearty, comforting casserole that's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors and interesting colors ensures I come home with an empty dish! -Vicki Raatz, Waterloo, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
3 tablespoons butter
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 jar (8 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 package (8 ounces) noodles, cooked and drained
3 cups diced cooked chicken
2 cups ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup buttered bread crumbs

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and green pepper in butter until tender. Remove from the heat. Stir in the soup, mushrooms, pimientos and basil; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the noodles, chicken and cheeses; add mushroom sauce and mix well. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle with crumbs. Bake 15 minutes longer or until browned. Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts :

THREE CHEESE CHICKEN PENNE PASTA BAKE



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Another quick pasta recipe to throw together. For even healthier meal, use whole grain pasta, and reduced fat cheese. (or, be like me and add more cheese for a not as healthy meal!) :)

Provided by iewe7726

Categories     Penne

Time 45m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups penne pasta, uncooked
1 (9 ounce) package fresh spinach leaves
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 (14 1/2 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
2 ounces neufchatel cheese, cubed
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375ºF. Cook pasta as directed on package, adding spinach to the boiling water for the last 1 minute
  • Cook and stir chicken and basil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat 3 minute Add spaghetti sauce and tomatoes; bring to boil. Simmer 3 minute or until chicken is done. Stir in Neufchatel cheese.
  • Drain pasta mixture; return to pan. Stir in chicken mixture and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Spoon into 2-qt. or 8-inch square baking dish.
  • Bake 20 minute Sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1038.7, Fat 31.1, SaturatedFat 14.2, Cholesterol 201.8, Sodium 2283.7, Carbohydrate 107, Fiber 15.4, Sugar 28.1, Protein 85

THREE CHEESE CHICKEN PENNE BAKE



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Make and share this Three Cheese Chicken Penne Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Shantal

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups multigrain penne pasta, uncooked
1 (283 g) package fresh baby spinach leaves, washed
1 lb chicken breast, boneless, skinless, cubed
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 1/2 cups tomato sauce
1 (350 ml) can diced tomatoes, drained
1/4 cup cream cheese
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F Cook pasta, adding spinach in last minute of cooking.
  • Cook and stir chicken and basil in large non-stick skillet over medium heat, for about 4 minutes. Add pasta sauce and tomatoes, brign to boil. Simmer over medium for 5 minutes. Stir in cream cheese.
  • Drain pasta mixture, combine with chicken mixture and 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese. Transfer to 2-L baking dish.
  • Bake 20 minutes, sprinkle with remaining cheeses, bake 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 652.5, Fat 31.3, SaturatedFat 14.9, Cholesterol 138.3, Sodium 1309.1, Carbohydrate 48.6, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 8.5, Protein 46.5

THREE-CHEESE CHICKEN PENNE FLORENTINE



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Make and share this Three-Cheese Chicken Penne Florentine recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Vino Girl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon olive oil
cooking spray
3 cups thinly sliced mushrooms
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
3 cups chopped fresh spinach
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 (16 ounce) carton 2% fat cottage cheese
4 cups hot cooked penne (about 8 ounces uncooked tube-shaped pasta)
2 cups shredded shredded cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 cup 2% low-fat milk
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°.
  • Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
  • Add mushrooms, onion, and bell pepper; sauté 4 minutes or until tender.
  • Add spinach, oregano, and black pepper; sauté 3 minutes or just until spinach wilts.
  • Place cottage cheese in a food processor and process until very smooth.
  • Combine spinach mixture, cottage cheese, pasta, chicken, 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, milk, and soup in a large bowl.
  • Place mixture into a 2-quart baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  • Top with remaining 1/4 cup cheddar cheese and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until lightly browned and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.2, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 45.1, Sodium 413.3, Carbohydrate 27.2, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 5.2, Protein 27.3

KRAFT THREE CHEESE CHICKEN PENNE



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Make and share this Kraft Three Cheese Chicken Penne recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pixies Kitchen

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 43m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups penne pasta, multigrain, uncooked
9 ounces fresh spinach leaves
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 (14 1/2 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
2 ounces neufchatel cheese, cubed
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • HEAT oven to 375ºF. Cook pasta as directed on package, adding spinach to the boiling water for the last 1 minute.
  • COOK and stir chicken and basil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat 3 minute Add spaghetti sauce and tomatoes; bring to boil. Simmer 3 minute or until chicken is done. Stir in Neufchatel cheese.
  • DRAIN pasta mixture; return to pan. Stir in chicken mixture and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Spoon into 2-qt. or 8-inch square baking dish.
  • BAKE 20 minute Sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake 3 minute.

THREE CHEESE CHICKEN PENNE PASTA BAKE



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Make and share this Three Cheese Chicken Penne Pasta Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by wicked cook 46

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups multigrain penne pasta, uncooked
1 (283 g) package fresh baby spinach leaves
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 1/2 cups pasta sauce, jarred
1 2/3 cups diced tomatoes, drained
1/4 cup light cream cheese spread
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
2 tablespoons grated lowfat parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • HEAT oven to 375ºF. Cook pasta as directed on package, adding spinach to the boiling water during the last 1 min of cooking.
  • MEANWHILE, heat large nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium-high heat. Add chicken and basil; cook 3 minute or until chicken is no longer pink, stirring frequently. Add pasta sauce and tomatoes; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 3 minute or until chicken is cooked through. Stir in cream cheese spread until melted.
  • DRAIN pasta and spinach; return to same saucepan. Add chicken mixture; mix lightly. Stir in 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Spoon into 2-L or 8-inch square baking dish.
  • BAKE 20 minute or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese and the Parmesan cheese. Bake 3 minute or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546.9, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 107.7, Sodium 1198.5, Carbohydrate 53.6, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 13.3, Protein 48.7

Tips:

  • Use a large pot to cook the pasta so that it has plenty of room to move around.
  • Salt the pasta water generously. This will help to flavor the pasta and prevent it from sticking together.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Be sure to stir it occasionally so that it doesn't stick to the bottom of the pot.
  • While the pasta is cooking, prepare the sauce. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, or until the mixture is golden brown.
  • Whisk in the milk and broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
  • Stir in the Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and cheddar cheese. Cook until the cheese is melted and smooth.
  • Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste.
  • Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce. Stir to coat the pasta evenly.
  • Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.

Conclusion:

This Three Cheese Chicken Penne is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. The creamy cheese sauce is rich and flavorful, and the chicken is tender and juicy. Served over penne pasta, this dish is a comforting and satisfying meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight.

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