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Crack Chicken Penne

A creamy, cheesy pasta dish made with shredded chicken, ranch seasoning, and bacon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 12 oz Penne pasta Uncooked
  • 2 cups Cooked chicken Shredded
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Low sodium
  • 1 cup Cream cheese Softened
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese For topping
Seasoning and Toppings
  • 1 packet Ranch seasoning mix
  • 6 slices Bacon Cooked and crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Green onions Chopped for garnish

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
Prepare the Sauce
  1. Add the softened cream cheese and ranch seasoning mix to the simmering broth. Stir until the cream cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
  2. Stir in the shredded chicken and mix until well combined.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
  2. Serve topped with crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add garlic powder or onion powder to the sauce.

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