Description
Crack Chicken Penne is a comforting pasta dish that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and zesty flavors in every bite. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at your next gathering. Picture twirling al dente penne around your fork as you savor the delicious blend of ranch seasoning and melted cheese. With its rich aroma and inviting texture, Crack Chicken Penne is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 oz ranch dressing mix (about 1 packet)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions (sliced)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Add creaminess: Lower heat and mix in cream cheese and chicken broth until smooth.
- Toss with flavor: Stir in ranch dressing mix until well combined.
- Cook the pasta: In another pot, boil water and cook penne according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Combine: Add cooked penne to the skillet and gently fold into the creamy chicken mixture.
- Finish: Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top and allow it to melt slightly. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg