Description
Creamy Cheddar Cajun Ranch Chicken Pasta Skillet is a comforting and flavorful dish that perfectly blends the richness of cheddar cheese with the bold spices of Cajun seasoning. This one-pan meal comes together in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With tender chicken, creamy sauce, and a hint of spice, this pasta skillet is sure to delight your taste buds and impress your family and friends. Customize with your favorite proteins or veggies for a personal touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups spinach (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add cooked chicken, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper; sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; add ranch seasoning mix, uncooked penne pasta, and cherry tomatoes. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat; simmer while stirring until pasta is tender (about 10-12 minutes).
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and spinach until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm with optional garnishes like green onions or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg