Description
This Crack Chicken Penne Recipe is a creamy and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and cheesy goodness in every bite.
Ingredients
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Main Dish:
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Cook the Penne Pasta: Follow package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Combine cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and chicken broth in a skillet over medium heat until smooth.
- Add Chicken and Bacon: Stir in shredded chicken and cooked bacon.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Mix cooked pasta into the skillet to coat with the sauce.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the pasta and melt.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra flavor and nutrition.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding hot sauce or red pepper flakes to the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg