Three-cheese Chicken Penne Recipe
Penne pasta with three cheeses and chicken.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Cheese Mixture
Seasoning
Garnish
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Chicken Preparation
- 2
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
Cheese Mixture
- 3
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until well combined and creamy.
Combine Ingredients
- 4
Mix Everything Together
In the same skillet used for the chicken, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the cooked penne pasta and sliced chicken to the skillet. Stir in the cheese mixture until everything is well coated and heated through. If needed, add a splash of pasta water to loosen the sauce.
Garnish and Serve
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top before serving. Enjoy your Three-Cheese Chicken Penne!
