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Creamy Crack Chicken Pasta

A delicious one-pan creamy chicken pasta dish combining tender chicken, flavorful ranch seasoning, and crispy bacon that's quick to prepare and family-friendly.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 oz Penne Pasta or any short pasta you have
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth homemade or store-bought
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast feel free to use dark meat
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Neufchâtel or Greek yogurt works too
  • 1 pkg Ranch Seasoning store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 6 oz Bacon turkey bacon if you prefer
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese blend in white cheddar for a twist
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley dried works in a pinch

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and crumble.
  3. Add the chicken breast to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer.
  2. Stir in the cream cheese until melted and well combined.
  3. Add the ranch seasoning, garlic powder, cooked pasta, and crumbled bacon. Stir well to combine.
  4. Top with cheddar cheese and fresh parsley. Mix well and let it cook for an additional 2 minutes until everything is cheesy and creamy!
  5. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

You can keep this delightful dish in the fridge for up to three days. Add a splash of chicken broth when reheating to keep it creamy.