Crack Chicken Penne
A creamy, cheesy, and savory one-pot pasta dish made with tender chicken, crispy bacon, ranch seasoning, and a rich, velvety sauce.
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Dutch Oven
- Mixing Bowls
- Slotted Spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta uncooked
- 1 1/2 lbs chicken breast cubed
- 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 tbsp ranch seasoning
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add cubed chicken, black pepper, and paprika, and cook until chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then stir in ranch seasoning and cream cheese until smooth.
- Add uncooked penne pasta and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and half of the crumbled bacon, mixing until melted and creamy.
- Remove from heat and top with remaining bacon before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, garnish with chopped parsley or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.