Crack Chicken Penne
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Crack Chicken Penne! This easy recipe combines tender chicken, pasta, and a rich sauce. 🍝✨
Equipment
- 1 Large Pot For boiling pasta.
- 1 Large Skillet For cooking chicken and sauce.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 2 cups penne pasta Cooked until al dente.
Chicken
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast Cooked and shredded.
Sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese Or a dairy-free alternative.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix Or homemade ranch blend.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Or a plant-based substitute.
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth Or vegetable broth.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 green onions sliced For garnish.
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and shred the chicken.
- In the same skillet, add cream cheese, garlic powder, ranch seasoning, and chicken broth. Stir until the cream cheese melts and the sauce is creamy.
- Add the shredded chicken and cooked penne to the skillet. Toss everything together until well-coated in the sauce.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and sliced green onions before serving.
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Notes
Essential nutrition facts per serving:
| Calories | Fat | Protein | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | 25g | 35g | 40g |