Cheesy Sauce:
3 Tbsp Butter 1/4 cup Flour
2-2.5 Cups Milk
1/4 cup Italian Herb Philadelphia Cooking Creme *optional
1.5 cups cheese (I used Colby-Jack)
1/2 tsp parsley
Salt
Pepper
Directions
1. Over medium heat, melt butter, then stir in flour mixing well.
2. Add milk, mixing well with a whisk. Stir in cooking creme, cheese and additional spices (parsley, salt, pepper).
3. Cover, and cook an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring frequently until all the cheese is melted in, and your sauce has a nice consistency. Add more milk if necessary for desired consistency.
Three Cheese Chicken Penne
2 Tbsp Olive Oil
8 oz. Chicken breast, cut into thin strips
Cheesy Sauce (above)
8 oz. (1/2 of a 16 oz. box) Penne Noodles, cooked
1/2 tsp Basil
1/2 cup Diced Tomatoes
Parmeson cheese, optional
Directions:
1. Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat, Add chicken strips and salt/pepper as desired.
2. When chicken is done, stir in the Cheesy alfredo sauce and penne noodles. Simmer for about 5-10 minutes.
3. Top with basil, parmesan cheese, and diced tomatoes.













I think they have this dish at Applebee's and I love it! Thanks for the recipe!
Jenn, that’s why I created it…I love that dish from Applebee’s! I usually don’t think “copycat” recipes taste like the original restaurant recipe, but it was close enough to satisfy my own craving
this recipe sounds yummy! the picture on the sidebar is beautiful
Melissa, thanks so much for your kind words!
This looks amazing! And I love your pretty picture in the corner!! Im pinning this!
Mmmm, sounds good!
I’m going to try this one! We need to get out of our pasta rut. I think this will do the trick. Thanks, Crystal!
Becky, I hope your family enjoys it!
Sounds devine…my family will love this. Thanks for the recipe.
You’re welcome, Connie! I hope your family enjoys it