Description
BBQ Ranch Meatball & Cheddar Pasta Skillet is the ultimate comfort dish that brings together the irresistible flavors of BBQ sauce, creamy ranch dressing, and melted cheddar cheese. This one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, taking less than 40 minutes from start to finish. With hearty meatballs and tender pasta, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to satisfy both kids and adults alike. Feel free to customize it with your favorite veggies or cheeses for a personal touch. Enjoy this deliciously cozy dish that combines convenience with mouthwatering flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fully cooked meatballs (frozen or homemade)
- 8 oz elbow macaroni or any short pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat.
- Add meatballs and cook until heated through and slightly browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and stir in uncooked pasta; bring to a gentle boil.
- Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer for 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Add cheddar cheese and optional frozen corn; stir until cheese melts.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg