Applebee’s Style 3 Cheese Chicken Penne

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Applebee's Style 3 Cheese Chicken Penne Recipe
in Main

Prep

40 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

1 hour 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

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

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
816
Sugar
11g
Fat
50g
This Applebee's Style 3 Cheese Chicken Penne dish is a delicious and easy-to-make pasta recipe that is perfect for a family dinner or a dinner party. It is a copycat recipe of the popular restaurant dish and has all the same delicious flavors. The dish features juicy chicken breasts marinated in Italian dressing, paired with flavorful tomatoes and creamy alfredo sauce. The penne pasta is cooked to perfection and topped with a blend of three cheeses – Mozzarella, Parmesan, and Provolone. The dish is then baked in the oven to create a cheesy, gooey, and indulgent meal. The flavors of this dish are sure to satisfy any pasta lover.

Instructions

1.Place the chicken breasts in a ziplock bag or shallow dish. Pour in the Italian salad dressing and turn to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2.Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
4.Cut the tomatoes in half and place them cut-side up in a baking dish. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with basil and chopped garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
5.Place the chicken breasts on the baking dish with the tomatoes and bake for 25 minutes.
6.Remove the chicken from the baking dish and set aside. Chop the tomatoes.
7.In a large pot, heat 4 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped tomatoes and sauté for a few minutes.
8.Add the alfredo sauce and bring to a simmer. Stir in the shredded cheese until melted.
9.Add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce and mix to coat. Slice the chicken breasts into strips and add them to the pot. Stir gently to combine and serve hot.

PROS

This dish is full of flavor and is easy to make.
It is a great way to use leftover chicken and can be customized to your liking by using different cheeses or pasta shapes.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the use of alfredo sauce and shredded cheese.
It is not recommended for those on a low-fat or low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it is a good source of protein and calcium from the chicken and cheese. Tomatoes are also a good source of vitamin C and potassium.

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