Description
Crack Chicken Penne is a delightful one-pot meal that brings together tender chicken, creamy cheese, and flavorful ranch seasoning for a dish that’s perfect for family dinners and gatherings. This comforting pasta recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it a memorable addition to your mealtime rotation. With just 10 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of cooking, you can serve up a hearty and satisfying dish that everyone will love. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping the pasta type for endless variations. Enjoy the rich, cheesy goodness in every single bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast (cut into small pieces)
- 8 ounces penne pasta (or pasta of your choice)
- 3½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 ounce ranch seasoning
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of fat over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 3 minutes until slightly browned.
- Stir in ranch seasoning to coat the chicken evenly.
- Add uncooked penne pasta and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted and creamy. Mix in shredded cheddar cheese until well combined.
- For an extra cheesy top, sprinkle remaining cheddar over the dish and cover briefly off heat until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg