Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Smoky Cajun Ranch Chicken Penne Skillet that combines tender chicken, creamy ranch dressing, and smoky Cajun spices for a flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and Cajun seasoning; cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and chopped onion; sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the ranch dressing and cooked penne pasta; mix well to combine.
- If desired, sprinkle shredded cheese on top and let it melt before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to taste.
- For a spicier dish, add some red pepper flakes.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Smoky Cajun Ranch Chicken Penne Skillet, easy chicken recipe, skillet dinner