Crack Chicken Penne Recipe
This Crack Chicken Penne recipe is a creamy, cheesy pasta dish loaded with ranch seasoning, crispy bacon, and tender chicken. Perfect for a quick and delicious family dinner!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 (1 oz) packet ranch seasoning mix
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, add chicken broth, heavy cream, and cream cheese. Stir until smooth.
- Add shredded chicken, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
- Mix in cooked penne pasta, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and creamy.
- Fold in crumbled bacon and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Add extra cheese for a richer texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
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