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Best Crack Chicken Penne Recipe

Best Crack Chicken Penne Recipe

Creamy, cheesy penne pasta with chicken, bacon, and ranch, ready in under 30 minutes.
Total Time 30 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 pound penne pasta
  • 1 pound cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions optional, garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Cook penne pasta according to package directions. Drain well and set aside.
    1 pound penne pasta
  2. In a large pot or skillet, combine softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, chicken broth, and cheddar cheese. Heat over medium heat, stirring until cheese is melted and smooth.
    8 ounces cream cheese, 1/2 cup ranch dressing, 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  3. Stir in cooked chicken and crumbled bacon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    1 pound cooked chicken, 6 slices bacon, Salt and pepper
  4. Add the cooked pasta to the creamy chicken mixture. Toss until well combined.
    1 pound penne pasta
  5. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
    1/4 cup chopped green onions