Best 2 Applebees 3 Cheese Penne Recipes

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Indulge in the cheesy, saucy goodness of Applebee's 3-Cheese Penne, a culinary masterpiece that blends three types of cheese, penne pasta, and a creamy Alfredo sauce. This popular dish is a favorite among pasta lovers and is easily recreated at home with our selection of recipes. Experience the ultimate comfort food as you savor the rich flavors of Parmesan, Romano, and mozzarella cheeses, perfectly complemented by the tender penne pasta. Dive into the creamy Alfredo sauce, made from scratch using butter, flour, milk, and Parmesan cheese, for a velvety and luscious texture. Choose from our collection of recipes that cater to various dietary preferences, including a gluten-free version and a healthier rendition with a lighter Alfredo sauce. Get ready to satisfy your craving for cheesy pasta heaven with Applebee's 3-Cheese Penne.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

APPLEBEE'S STYLE 3 CHEESE CHICKEN PENNE



Applebee's Style 3 Cheese Chicken Penne image

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

APPLEBEE'S THREE CHEESE CHICKEN PENNE



Applebee's Three Cheese Chicken Penne image

This came from Restaurant Favorites Homemade: Eatting Your Favorites At Half The Cost. I haven't tried this, just posting for safe keeping.

Provided by internetnut

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups chicken breasts
1/3 cup Italian dressing
3 cups penne pasta
15 ounces alfredo sauce
8 ounces italian shredded cheese
4 tomatoes
1 teaspoon basil
2 garlic cloves
6 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Chop chicken and marinate in italian dressing for 30 minutes.
  • Chop tomatoes, add oil, basil and garlic then set aside.
  • Cook penne as directed.
  • Grill chicken.
  • Pour alfedo over pasta.
  • Add layer of chicken.
  • Add layer of shredded cheese.
  • Microwave until cheese is melted.
  • Serve with garlic bread.

Tips:

  • If you don't have any Alfredo sauce on hand, you can make your own by whisking together 1 cup of heavy cream, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup of grated Romano cheese, 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1/8 teaspoon of salt and pepper.
  • To save time, you can use pre-cooked chicken. Just be sure to shred it before adding it to the pasta.
  • If you like your pasta more cheesy, you can add an extra 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce.
  • Serve the pasta with a side of garlic bread or a salad for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

This Applebee's 3 Cheese Penne recipe is an easy and delicious meal that the whole family will love. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that everyone will enjoy.

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