Description
Indulge in the delectable One-Pot Sweet Chili Ranch Chicken Pasta, a culinary delight that marries creamy ranch and sweet chili flavors in a single, hassle-free dish. Ideal for busy weeknights or laid-back gatherings, this one-pot wonder takes just under 30 minutes to prepare, delivering a comforting meal that pleases everyone at the table. The convenience of minimal cleanup means you can enjoy your evening without the stress of extensive cooking. Customize it with your choice of protein or veggies for a personal touch, and don’t forget the leftovers—this dish reheats beautifully for easy meal prep!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add cooked chicken, seasoning with garlic powder, salt, and pepper; sauté for 2–3 minutes until heated.
- Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, sweet chili sauce, ranch dressing, and uncooked penne pasta.
- Bring to a boil; then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Mix in grated cheddar cheese and cream cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with green onions or cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg