Description
A delicious and creamy pasta dish featuring smoky BBQ flavors and tender chicken, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the diced chicken.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the BBQ sauce and ranch dressing, mixing well.
- Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and shredded cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or corn for extra flavor.
- For a spicier kick, add some cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Smoky BBQ Ranch Chicken Pasta, BBQ Chicken Pasta, Creamy Pasta Recipes