Chicken Penne Recipe: Cheesy, Flavor-Packed Comfort Meal
Creamy, cheesy penne tossed with seasoned chicken, ranch, bacon, and cheddar — a one-pot comfort food classic ready in 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 8 oz penne pasta (uncooked)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, cubed
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook bacon until crispy, remove and crumble. Sear chicken in same pan until golden and cooked.
- Add pasta, broth, cream cheese, and ranch seasoning. Stir, bring to simmer, cover and cook 10–12 minutes.
- Stir in cheddar and half the bacon. Serve hot, topped with remaining bacon and herbs.
Notes
- Add milk or broth if sauce thickens too much.
- Use shredded rotisserie chicken for a shortcut.
- Add spinach or broccoli for more veggies.