Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Cheesy Ranch Chicken & Smoked Sausage Pasta Skillet. This one-pan dish combines tender chicken, smoky sausage, and a rich ranch-infused cheese sauce, making it a perfect weeknight dinner or gathering option. With vibrant colors and textures, it’s sure to be a family favorite that transports you back to joyful moments shared around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 12 oz smoked sausage, sliced
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Prepare by dicing the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chicken and smoked sausage until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add onions and garlic; cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in uncooked pasta, chicken broth, and ranch dressing mix. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted. Gradually add shredded cheeses and mix until creamy.
- Fold in fresh spinach until wilted. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg