Best Cheesy Chicken Italiano Recipes

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CHEESY DITALINI WITH CHICKEN AND SPINACH



Cheesy Ditalini with Chicken and Spinach image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
1 1/2 cups ditalini
1 shallot, minced
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup milk
Freshly ground pepper
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 cup shredded gruyère cheese
Toasted breadcrumbs, for topping

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs, then drain.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallot and thyme and cook until softened. Whisk in the flour and cook, whisking, for 2 minutes, then whisk in the broth and milk. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, whisking, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the chicken, spinach and pasta and cook to heat through. Stir in the gruyère and season with salt and pepper. Divide among 4 bowls and top with toasted breadcrumbs.

CREAMY ITALIAN CHICKEN



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Italian salad dressing mix is like a secret weapon for adding flavor to this creamy chicken dish. Served over rice or pasta, this Italian dressing chicken is rich, delicious and special enough for company. -Maura McGee, Tallahassee, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix
1/4 cup water
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
Hot cooked pasta or rice
Minced fresh oregano, optional

Steps:

  • Place the chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Combine salad dressing mix and water; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours. Remove chicken. Cool slightly; shred meat with two forks. Return to slow cooker., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and soup until blended. Stir in mushrooms. Pour over chicken. Cover and cook until chicken is tender, 1 hour longer. Serve with pasta or rice. If desired, sprinkle with oregano.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Fat 29g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 158mg cholesterol, Sodium 1556mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

CHEESY CHICKEN ITALIANO



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Ready-made spaghetti sauce and melted VELVEETA give this 20-minute chicken and pasta dish its saucy appeal.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups rotini pasta
4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)
1-1/2 cups CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
6 oz. VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, heat large skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 2 min. on each side. Add sauce; cover. Simmer on low heat 10 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF). Add VELVEETA; cook and stir until melted.
  • Drain pasta; top with chicken and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 1100 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 40 g

CHEESY ITALIAN CHICKEN



Cheesy Italian Chicken image

I saw a recipe on another website which stimulated my imagination and I made this new creation instead. It was super easy and quick. But the best thing is that it is also delicious!

Provided by CarrolJ

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 pieces, 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (you can use the green stuff if you want but fresh is better!)
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon black pepper, divided
2 chicken breast halves
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Blend the bread crumbs & the cheese together with 1/2 of the teaspoon of black pepper and set aside.
  • Beat the eggs together and add the other 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
  • Split each breast in half width wise so that you will have 4 thin pieces of chicken.
  • Heat the olive oil and the butter in a large skillet until medium hot.
  • Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture then into the breading mixture, being sure to put as much breading as possible on each side -- patting helps.
  • Place the chicken in the skillet.
  • Brown well on both sides, cooking time is a approximate depends on size of meat.
  • Drain on Paper Towels & Enjoy.
  • Because the chicken pieces are thin they will cook quickly and be done in a very short time.

CHEESY ITALIAN CHICKEN PIE



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Original Bisquick® mix provides a simple addition to this cheesy chicken pie - a mild Italian dinner!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups cut-up cooked chicken
1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (5 ounces)
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°. Grease bottom and side of pie plate, 9x1 1/4 inches, with shortening. Mix chicken, 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese, the Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, garlic powder and 1/2 cup of the tomato sauce; spoon into pie late.
  • Stir Bisquick, milk, pepper and eggs until blended. Pour over chicken mixture.
  • Bake uncovered 35 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese. Bake 5 to 8 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes. Serve with remaining tomato sauce, heated if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 750 mg

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