Description
This Crack Chicken Penne is a creamy, comforting dish that’s packed with flavor. Tender penne pasta is coated in a rich and creamy sauce made from cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and ranch dressing. It’s a quick and easy weeknight meal that everyone will love, and the savory, cheesy goodness will have them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 can (10.75 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked crumbled bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, combine shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and ranch dressing. Stir until well combined.
- Add cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss until pasta is fully coated with the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
- You can use store-bought rotisserie chicken to save time.
- For an extra creamy texture, add a splash of heavy cream or milk.
- If you prefer a little more crunch, top the dish with some additional crumbled bacon or even toasted breadcrumbs before serving.
- For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cream of chicken soup and ranch dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes