Description
Hidden Valley Ranch Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish that brings comfort and joy to any table. This easy-to-make pasta combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich ranch dressing mix for a delightful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with family and friends. The luscious sauce envelops each bite, making it a dish you’ll want to savor. Get ready to impress with this quick recipe that promises smiles all around!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Mix
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh vegetables (broccoli or bell peppers)
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping vegetables into bite-sized pieces and cutting the chicken into cubes for even cooking.
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chicken cubes for 7-10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the chopped vegetables during the last few minutes of cooking until they are tender-crisp.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Mix. Let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and mix directly into the skillet with the sauce.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top and mix until melted through. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg