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Cheddar BBQ Ranch Meatball Pasta Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

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 Scale

  • 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

  1. Cook Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook meatballs until browned.
  2. Cook Pasta: Add chicken broth and pasta to skillet, simmer until pasta is tender.
  3. Add Sauces and Cheese: Stir in BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, and garlic powder. Mix in cheddar cheese and corn.
  4. 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