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Cheesy Ranch Chicken Pasta
A creamy and delicious pasta dish packed with ranch flavor and tender chicken, all topped with melted cheese. Perfect for a weeknight meal!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
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Main Ingredients
1.5
pounds
chicken breasts
cut into bite-sized pieces
0.5
cup
ranch dressing
1
package
cream cheese
softened
0.75
cup
milk
2
cups
shredded cheddar cheese
12
ounces
pasta
penne or rotini recommended
0.5
teaspoon
garlic powder
0.25
teaspoon
black pepper
0.5
teaspoon
salt
or to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
While pasta is cooking, season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add softened cream cheese and milk. Stir until cream cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Stir in ranch dressing and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Cook until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy.
Add the cooked chicken and pasta back into the skillet with the sauce. Stir to combine.
Top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese. Cover and let stand for a few minutes until the cheese is melted.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Optional garnishes include chopped fresh parsley or a sprinkle of paprika.