Description
This creamy and cheesy Hidden Valley Ranch Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort food! With tender chicken, pasta, and a rich, flavorful ranch sauce, it’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in ranch seasoning, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add Cheese: Add cheddar and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Combine Pasta: Toss in cooked pasta and coat with the sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- You can use any pasta shape, but penne works perfectly for this dish.
- For a richer sauce, use full-fat cream and broth.
- Add extra veggies like spinach or broccoli for added nutrition!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: ~600 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg