Best 2 Kraft Three Cheese Chicken Penne Recipes

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Kraft Three Cheese Chicken Penne is a deliciously cheesy and creamy pasta dish that is easy to prepare and perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. This dish combines tender chicken, penne pasta, and a flavorful three cheese sauce made with Kraft Parmesan, Romano, and Asiago cheeses. With just a few simple ingredients and a few steps, you can create a restaurant-quality pasta dish that the whole family will love.

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KRAFT'S THREE-CHEESE CHICKEN PENNE PASTA BAKE



Kraft's Three-Cheese Chicken Penne Pasta Bake image

I got this recipe from Kraft's Family and Food Cookbook. Nutritional Information:(2 cups each) Calories:460, Fat:14g, Sat Fat:6g, Chol:90mg, Sodium:910mg, Carbs:40g, Fiber:7g, Sugar:8g, Protein:45g, Vit A:140%, Vit C:40%, Calcium:60%, Iron:30%

Provided by Krystal McDow

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 c multi-grain penne pasta, uncooked
9 oz fresh spinach leaves
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tsp dried basil leaves
14 1/2 oz can diced tomatoes, drained
14 oz jar spaghetti sauce
2 oz philadelphia neufchatel cheese, cubed
1 c shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
2 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • 2. Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding spinach to the boiling water for the last minute.
  • 3. Meanwhile, cook and stir chicken and basil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and spaghetti sauce; bring to a boil. Simmer on low heat 3 minutes or until chicken is done. Stir in Neufchatel
  • 4. Drain pasta mixture; return to pan. Stir in chicken mixture and 1/2 cup mozzarella; pour into 2-qt casserole sprayed with cooking spray.
  • 5. Bake 20 minutes or until heated through; top with remaining cheeses. Bake 3 minutes or until mozzarella is melted.

KRAFT THREE CHEESE CHICKEN PENNE



Kraft Three Cheese Chicken Penne image

Make and share this Kraft Three Cheese Chicken Penne recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pixies Kitchen

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 43m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups penne pasta, multigrain, uncooked
9 ounces fresh spinach leaves
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 (14 1/2 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
2 ounces neufchatel cheese, cubed
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • HEAT oven to 375ºF. Cook pasta as directed on package, adding spinach to the boiling water for the last 1 minute.
  • COOK and stir chicken and basil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat 3 minute Add spaghetti sauce and tomatoes; bring to boil. Simmer 3 minute or until chicken is done. Stir in Neufchatel cheese.
  • DRAIN pasta mixture; return to pan. Stir in chicken mixture and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Spoon into 2-qt. or 8-inch square baking dish.
  • BAKE 20 minute Sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake 3 minute.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • You can use any type of pasta for this recipe, but penne or rotini are good choices.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the dish, such as broccoli, cauliflower, or zucchini.
  • If you don't have a jar of Alfredo sauce, you can make your own by melting butter, adding flour, and then whisking in milk and cream.
  • To make the dish even more cheesy, you can add a sprinkle of Parmesan or mozzarella cheese before baking.
  • Serve the dish immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or basil.

Conclusion:

Kraft Three Cheese Chicken Penne is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. With its creamy Alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and plenty of cheese, this dish is a comfort food classic. So next time you're looking for a simple but satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.

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