Description
Crack Chicken Penne is a delicious creamy pasta dish that brings together tender chicken, crispy bacon, and zesty ranch flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this one-pan wonder is quick to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of prep time. With its rich taste and kid-friendly appeal, it’s sure to become a staple in your household. The combination of cream cheese and ranch seasoning creates a luscious sauce that perfectly coats the penne pasta. Serve it up with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, combine cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and chicken broth. Stir until smooth.
- Add the shredded chicken and crumbled bacon; mix well.
- Stir in the cooked penne pasta until evenly coated with sauce.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and cover until melted.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pan cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg