Kraft Three Cheese Chicken Penne
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Kraft Three Cheese Chicken Penne, a creamy, cheesy pasta recipe that's perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Featuring tender, juicy bites of seasoned chicken, al dente penne pasta, and a rich, velvety sauce made with Kraft Three Cheese Blend, cream cheese, and Parmesan, this dish is both simple to prepare and utterly satisfying. Enhanced with the option of fresh spinach for added color and nutrition, and a hint of garlic and red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, this recipe balances rich, hearty flavors with a touch of elegance. Ready in just 40 minutes and easily customizable, this savory pasta creation is a crowd-pleaser that brings out the best in quick and delicious home-cooked meals. Serve fresh and piping hot with extra Parmesan for a cheesy finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1.5 cups Kraft Three Cheese Blend
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cups spinach, fresh (optional)
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and stir to deglaze the pan. Reduce the heat to low and add the cream cheese, stirring until it melts and forms a creamy sauce.
Gradually stir in the Kraft Three Cheese Blend and grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and smooth.
Optional: Add the fresh spinach to the sauce and stir until wilted.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss until well coated with the sauce.
Season with additional salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if desired).
Serve hot and garnish with extra Parmesan cheese if preferred.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4119 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 203.2 g | 261% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.5 g | 572% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 861 mg | 287% | |
| Sodium | 6968 mg | 303% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 276.1 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 304.8 g | 610% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 3324 mg | 256% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 3248 mg | 69% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
