Three Cheese Chicken Penne (Print)
A homemade twist on Applebee's dish, complete with marinated chicken, cheesy alfredo, and a crisp bruschetta topping.
# Ingredients:
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3 cups of penne pasta.
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6 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil.
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2-3 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced.
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8 ounces of shredded Italian cheese blend.
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15 ounces of creamy alfredo sauce.
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4 ripe tomatoes, chopped.
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1 teaspoon of dried basil.
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1/3 cup of zesty Italian dressing.
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2 boneless chicken breasts, cubed.
# Steps:
01 -
Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and let it soak in the Italian dressing for half an hour.
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Mix together the tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, and basil.
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Boil the pasta according to the box directions and preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 425-450°F.
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Grill the chicken for about 9-10 minutes, turning it over halfway through.
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Scoop the cooked pasta into bowls, then layer on the alfredo sauce, bruschetta mix, grilled chicken, and sprinkle cheese on top.
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Microwave the bowls for 3 minutes so the cheese melts nicely.
# Notes:
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Pair it with some warm garlic bread.