Description
Crack Chicken Penne is a comforting and creamy dish that transforms busy weeknights into delightful culinary experiences. Featuring tender chicken, al dente penne pasta, and a rich cream cheese sauce infused with ranch seasoning, this recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh green onions, and watch as everyone asks for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients—chop green onions and measure the chicken broth.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and sauté the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in softened cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Pour in chicken broth and sprinkle ranch seasoning into the skillet; stir until combined.
- Add cooked penne to the skillet, mixing until evenly coated. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg