Chicken and 3 Cheese Penne Pasta Recipe

Name: Chicken and 3 Cheese Penne Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 (16 ounce) box penne pasta; 1 (8 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil; ½ cup parmesan cheese; ½ cup Italian cheese blend; ½ cup taco cheese; ¾ cup milk; ¼ cup fat free sour cream; 6 tablespoons dried Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon black pepper

Servings: persons

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon butter
1 (16 ounce) box penne pasta
1 (8 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
½ cup parmesan cheese
½ cup Italian cheese blend
½ cup taco cheese
¾ cup milk
¼ cup fat free sour cream
6 tablespoons dried Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon black pepper

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Chicken:.
2
Cut chicken into bite sized cubes, season with salt pepper and Italian seasoning.
3
Put into an oiled skillet on medium and cover for 15 minutes.
4
Do not open skillet until 15 minutes, this seals in the moisture.
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Everything else should almost be done at this point.
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Turn chicken up to med-high heat to finish cooking and brown to your liking.
7
DO NOT DRAIN CHICKEN, ALL EXCESS MOISTURE SHOULD COOK OFF ONCE PAN IS OPENED.
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Use about 5-6 sun dried tomatoes and chop into bits (put 1/2 in with the chicken while it cooks and the other 1/2 into the pasta water).
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Pasta:.
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( I use the MINI Penne Pasta).
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Prepare pasta according to package directions ( I add a little oil and salt to the water).
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Cheese Sauce:.
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I like to use the Kroger brand Fancy Shredded Cheeses Taco=Fiesta blend).
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In a heavy sauce pan, melt butter on medium heat.
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add in cheeses, salt.
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Stir frequently until cheese starts to melt.
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add in milk slowly as to not curdle it, once mixture is smooth, add in sour cream.
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and reduce heat to low.
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You may need to add more milk.
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Mixture should be thick and creamy but still a liquid.
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Drain pasta, DO NOT RINSE, pour into large bowl, pour in chicken/tomato mixture and mix together.
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Pour cheese sauce over chicken and pasta and mix well.
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Serve with a nice salad and garlic bread for a hearty meal.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 (16 ounce) box penne pasta, 1 (8 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, and more.

Yes, Chicken and 3 Cheese Penne Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken and 3 Cheese Penne Pasta

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Variations & substitutions

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