Description
This Cheddar BBQ Ranch Meatball Pasta Recipe combines the flavors of BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, cheddar cheese, and meatballs in a creamy pasta dish that is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Ingredients
Units
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- 1 lb meatballs (frozen or homemade)
- 8 oz elbow macaroni or short shells
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup frozen corn (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Season Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook meatballs until browned.
- Cook Pasta: Add chicken broth and pasta to skillet, simmer until pasta is tender.
- Add Sauces and Cheese: Stir in BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, and garlic powder. Mix in cheddar cheese and corn.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper, garnish with green onions, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use a deep skillet with a lid for even cooking.
- If sauce thickens too much, add more chicken broth to loosen.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg