Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Smoky Ranch Chicken & Sausage Pasta, a comforting dish perfect for any occasion. This creamy pasta recipe features tender shredded chicken, savory smoked sausage, and a luscious ranch dressing sauce that envelops every bite. In just 40 minutes, you can create a meal that satisfies both the family on busy weeknights and guests at special gatherings. With its simple preparation and customizable ingredients, this hearty one-pot wonder is bound to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and sliced sausage; sauté until onions are translucent and sausage is browned (about 5–7 minutes).
- Stir in shredded chicken, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, ranch dressing, and uncooked pasta. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Simmer while stirring occasionally until pasta is cooked through (about 10–12 minutes).
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted to create a creamy sauce.
- Serve warm and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg