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Crack Chicken Penne

Discover how to make the ultimate comfort food with our Decadent Creamy Crack Chicken Penne Delight. This mouthwatering recipe combines tender penne pasta with a rich, creamy sauce, succulent shredded chicken, crispy bacon, and a blend of cheeses, seasoned to perfection with ranch mix. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, this dish is sure to impress. Follow our easy instructions to create a meal that’s not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1lb penne pasta
  • 2 cupsshredded cooked chicken1packet ranch seasoning mix8 ozcream cheese, softened1 cupsharp cheddar cheese, shredded3/4 cupbacon, cooked and chopped1/2 cupchicken broth1/2 cupheavy cream1 tablespoonolive oil1/2onion, diced2cloves garlic, mincedSalt and pepper to taste2 tablespoonschopped fresh parsley for garnish
  • 1packet ranch seasoning mix8 ozcream cheese, softened1 cupsharp cheddar cheese, shredded3/4 cupbacon, cooked and chopped1/2 cupchicken broth1/2 cupheavy cream1 tablespoonolive oil1/2onion, diced2cloves garlic, mincedSalt and pepper to taste2 tablespoonschopped fresh parsley for garnish
  • 8 ozcream cheese, softened
  • 1 cupsharp cheddar cheese, shredded3/4 cupbacon, cooked and chopped1/2 cupchicken broth1/2 cupheavy cream1 tablespoonolive oil1/2onion, diced2cloves garlic, mincedSalt and pepper to taste2 tablespoonschopped fresh parsley for garnish
  • 3/4 cupbacon, cooked and chopped1/2 cupchicken broth1/2 cupheavy cream1 tablespoonolive oil1/2onion, diced2cloves garlic, mincedSalt and pepper to taste2 tablespoonschopped fresh parsley for garnish
  • 1/2 cupchicken broth
  • 1/2 cupheavy cream1 tablespoonolive oil1/2onion, diced2cloves garlic, mincedSalt and pepper to taste2 tablespoonschopped fresh parsley for garnish
  • 1 tablespoonolive oil1/2onion, diced2cloves garlic, mincedSalt and pepper to taste2 tablespoonschopped fresh parsley for garnish
  • 1/2onion, diced
  • 2cloves garlic, mincedSalt and pepper to taste2 tablespoonschopped fresh parsley for garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste2 tablespoonschopped fresh parsley for garnish
  • 2 tablespoonschopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent.Reduce heat to low, add cream cheese and ranch seasoning mix, stirring until smooth.Gradually pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring continuously until well combined.Add shredded chicken, half of the cooked bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese to the skillet, stirring until melted and mixed.Combine the cooked penne with the creamy chicken mixture, mixing thoroughly.Garnish with remaining bacon and fresh parsley before serving.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent.Reduce heat to low, add cream cheese and ranch seasoning mix, stirring until smooth.Gradually pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring continuously until well combined.Add shredded chicken, half of the cooked bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese to the skillet, stirring until melted and mixed.Combine the cooked penne with the creamy chicken mixture, mixing thoroughly.Garnish with remaining bacon and fresh parsley before serving.
  3. Reduce heat to low, add cream cheese and ranch seasoning mix, stirring until smooth.Gradually pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring continuously until well combined.Add shredded chicken, half of the cooked bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese to the skillet, stirring until melted and mixed.Combine the cooked penne with the creamy chicken mixture, mixing thoroughly.Garnish with remaining bacon and fresh parsley before serving.
  4. Gradually pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring continuously until well combined.Add shredded chicken, half of the cooked bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese to the skillet, stirring until melted and mixed.Combine the cooked penne with the creamy chicken mixture, mixing thoroughly.Garnish with remaining bacon and fresh parsley before serving.
  5. Add shredded chicken, half of the cooked bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese to the skillet, stirring until melted and mixed.Combine the cooked penne with the creamy chicken mixture, mixing thoroughly.Garnish with remaining bacon and fresh parsley before serving.
  6. Combine the cooked penne with the creamy chicken mixture, mixing thoroughly.Garnish with remaining bacon and fresh parsley before serving.
  7. Garnish with remaining bacon and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Substitute the cream cheese and heavy cream with low-fat versions for a lighter dish.Customize with your choice of vegetables for added nutrition.Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
Customize with your choice of vegetables for added nutrition.
Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

  • Author: Chef Stella