Three-Cheese Chicken Penne
A hearty pasta dish featuring a blend of Asiago, Parmesan, and White Cheddar cheeses melted into penne pasta with a rich Parmesan cream sauce. It is topped with a grilled chicken breast and fresh bruschetta tomatoes (diced tomatoes, garlic, and basil). Every order is served with a signature golden-brown breadstick brushed with buttery garlic and parsley.
Price
Prices vary by location and whether you are ordering via a “2 for $25” type deal, but standard pricing is typically:
- Individual Entrée: $15.99 – $18.49
- Lunch Combo Portion: $11.99 – $13.49 (where available)
Calories
The calorie count includes the pasta, chicken, and the accompanying breadstick:
- Standard Serving: 1,320 – 1,350 kcal
- Without Breadstick: Approximately 1,170 kcal
Ingredients
While Applebee’s uses proprietary sauces, the primary components are:
- Pasta: Penne rigate (wheat-based).
- Protein: Marinated and grilled boneless skinless chicken breast.
- The Sauce: A white Parmesan cream sauce (Alfredo-style) containing heavy cream, butter, and garlic.
- The Three Cheeses: Shredded Asiago, Parmesan, and White Cheddar.
- Bruschetta Topping: Diced Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, minced garlic, and extra virgin olive oil.
- Breadstick: Enriched wheat flour, yeast, and a garlic-parsley butter spread.
Nutrition
Based on a standard 20 oz serving (including breadstick):
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
| Total Fat | 71g | 91% |
| Saturated Fat | 40g | 200% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | — |
| Cholesterol | 315mg | 105% |
| Sodium | 2,680mg | 117% |
| Total Carbs | 100g | 36% |
| Dietary Fiber | 6g | 21% |
| Total Sugars | 12g | — |
| Protein | 77g | 154% |
Allergens
According to Applebee’s official allergen guide, this dish contains the following:
- Milk: Found in the three-cheese blend, cream sauce, and buttery breadstick spread.
- Wheat/Gluten: Found in the penne pasta and the breadstick.
- Soy: Often present in the chicken marinade and the oil used for the breadstick.
- Egg: May be present in the pasta or the breadstick glaze.
