Description
Enjoy the delightful flavors of One-Pot Bold BBQ Ranch Chicken Pasta, a comforting and satisfying dish that combines the richness of BBQ sauce with creamy ranch dressing and tender shredded chicken. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this one-pot wonder simplifies your cooking experience while delivering bold taste in every bite. With minimal cleanup and customizable ingredients, it’s a versatile meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 12 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine shredded chicken, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until warmed.
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, and uncooked pasta. Bring to a boil then simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is cooked.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and diced red onion until cheese melts into a creamy sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg