Three Cheese Chicken Penne (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender chicken, pasta, and three cheeses combine for a truly comforting and delicious meal.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Chicken
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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15 millilitres olive oil
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5 millilitres Italian seasoning
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Pasta and Sauce
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225 grams penne pasta
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240 millilitres marinara sauce
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240 millilitres heavy cream
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60 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
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60 grams shredded provolone cheese
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60 grams grated Parmesan cheese
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Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
# How to Prepare:
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Season chicken breasts evenly with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and allow to rest for several minutes before slicing into thin strips.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
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In the same skillet used for chicken, combine marinara sauce and heavy cream. Stir over low heat and bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually incorporate mozzarella, provolone, and Parmesan cheeses, stirring constantly until the sauce becomes smooth and cheeses have melted completely.
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Add the drained penne pasta into the skillet with the cheese sauce. Toss thoroughly to ensure the pasta is evenly coated.
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Transfer the cheesy pasta to serving dishes. Arrange sliced chicken over the top and garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley as desired. Serve warm.
# Extra Tips:
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For enhanced flavor, a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes may be added to the sauce.
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For a restaurant-style finish, broil the assembled pasta with extra cheese for 2 to 3 minutes until golden and bubbly.