Description
Indulge in this ultra-creamy and cheesy Bacon Ranch Crack Chicken Penne! Packed with flavor and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish combines tender chicken, crispy turkey bacon, and a rich cheese sauce. It’s comfort food at its finest!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 6 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup chicken broth (if needed for creaminess)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir continuously until smooth and creamy.
- Add the Chicken and Bacon: Stir in the shredded chicken and crumbled turkey bacon. Mix well to coat them in the creamy sauce.
- Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss everything together. If the sauce is too thick, add ½ cup of chicken broth to loosen it up.
- Add Cheese and Melt: Stir in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese, allowing them to melt into the dish.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm. Enjoy your ultra-cheesy, creamy, and flavorful Crack Chicken Penne!
Notes
- For a spicier kick, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and reheated for an easy meal later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Cheesy Bacon Ranch Crack Chicken Penne, creamy chicken pasta, comfort food, easy dinner recipe, ranch chicken pasta