Description
One Pan Spicy Garlic Butter BBQ Ranch Chicken Pasta is an irresistibly flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, creamy pasta, and zesty BBQ ranch sauce—all made in just one skillet! This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family. In just 35 minutes, you can serve a hearty meal that delights everyone at the table. Customize it with your favorite vegetables to boost nutrition or adjust the spice level to suit your taste. Enjoy a comforting bowl of pasta that’s not only delicious but also simple to prepare and clean up!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add diced chicken; season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Stir in ranch seasoning mix and BBQ sauce until chicken is coated.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then add penne pasta and stir well.
- Cover and cook for 12-15 minutes until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat, stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg