Ingredients for Applebee's Three Cheese Chicken Penne
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 1/2 cup Alfredo sauce
- 2.75 cups total shredded cheese (1 cup mozzarella, 1/2 cup Parmesan, 1/4 cup Provolone)
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
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How to Make Applebee's Three Cheese Chicken Penne
- Marinate 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts in ½ cup Italian dressing for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator).
- While chicken marinates, chop 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes. In a small bowl, toss tomatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried basil, and 2 cloves minced garlic. Set aside.
- Cook 1 lb penne pasta according to package directions. Reserve about ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- Grill marinated chicken over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Alternatively, pan-fry in a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked penne with ½ cup Alfredo sauce. Add a little pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Slice grilled chicken into bite-sized pieces and add to the pasta.
- Stir in 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, and ¼ cup shredded provolone cheese.
- If desired, transfer to an oven-safe dish and broil for 1-2 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Alternatively, microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through, until cheese is melted.
- Serve immediately with garlic bread for a complete and satisfying meal.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
31 g
Sugar
19g
Fat
63g
Carbs
24g
