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Crack Chicken Penne

Crack Chicken Penne is a mouthwatering, creamy pasta dish loaded with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a rich, cheesy sauce that’s hard to resist.
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Course Appetizer
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 6 slices cooked bacon crumbled
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add bite-sized chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and half of the ranch seasoning mix, and cook until golden brown and fully cooked.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Add cream cheese and the remaining ranch seasoning mix. Stir until the sauce thickens.
  • Add shredded cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese, stirring until they melt into the sauce.
  • Mix the cooked pasta into the skillet, ensuring the pasta is fully coated with the sauce.
  • Stir in crumbled bacon, reserving some for garnish.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and remaining bacon bits before serving. Enjoy!
Keyword Crack Chicken Penne
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