Description
Crack Chicken Penne is a delectable and creamy pasta dish that combines shredded chicken, crispy bacon, and a rich ranch-flavored cheese sauce. This comforting meal comes together in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With its indulgent flavors, this dish will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie preferred)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3/4 cup cooked and chopped bacon
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until translucent.
- Reduce heat to low and add softened cream cheese and ranch seasoning mix. Stir until smooth.
- Gradually add chicken broth and heavy cream while stirring until combined.
- Mix in shredded chicken, half of the chopped bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese until melted together.
- Toss the cooked penne pasta into the skillet until fully coated with the sauce.
- Serve garnished with remaining bacon and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg