Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Decadent Creamy Crack Chicken Penne Delight. This mouthwatering recipe combines tender penne pasta with a rich, creamy sauce, succulent shredded chicken, crispy bacon, and a blend of cheeses, seasoned to perfection with ranch mix. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
Creamy Sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Additional Ingredients
- 3/4 cup bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Penne Pasta: Prepare penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Prepare Creamy Sauce: In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic, then add cream cheese and ranch seasoning mix until smooth. Gradually add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring continuously.
- Add Chicken and Cheese: Mix in shredded chicken, bacon, and cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Combine Pasta and Chicken Mixture: Mix the cooked penne with the creamy chicken mixture thoroughly.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, top with remaining bacon and fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter option, use low-fat cream cheese and heavy cream.
- Enhance with your preferred vegetables for extra nutrition.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
