Easy Ranch Chicken Pasta
This comforting one-pot style dish features succulent bite-sized chicken breast tossed with al dente pasta in a savory, creamy ranch-infused sauce. It is the perfect solution for busy weeknights, offering a restaurant-quality flavor profile without the stress of complex techniques. Relying on pantry staples, this family-friendly recipe brings a bold, tangy umami punch to the dinner table in under thirty minutes, ensuring a satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Fusion
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
8 oz Penne or fusilli pasta
1 lb Chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup Ranch dressing
1/4 cup Heavy cream
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente.
Drain the pasta thoroughly and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add the diced chicken to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until golden brown and cooked through.
Reduce heat to low and stir in the ranch dressing and heavy cream to form a sauce.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet.
Toss everything gently until the pasta is evenly coated in the creamy sauce and serve warm.
Notes
Use high-quality ranch dressing for the best flavor results.
You can add steamed broccoli or spinach for added nutrition.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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