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Crack Chicken Penne - Creamy Ranch Chicken Pasta with Turkey

This crack chicken penne is the ultimate comfort food that comes together in just 30 minutes with creamy ranch sauce, tender chicken, and savory turkey. Perfect for busy weeknights, it features simple ingredients and one-pot cooking for a restaurant-quality meal that will become a family favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 8 oz turkey, diced
  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes. Add turkey and cook for another 3-4 minutes until both are cooked through.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add ranch seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper, stirring to coat the chicken and turkey.
  4. Add cream cheese, chicken broth, and milk to the skillet. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts and forms a smooth, creamy sauce.
  5. Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the creamy sauce. Stir in cheddar and Parmesan cheeses until melted and well combined.
  6. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Cook pasta al dente since it will continue cooking in sauce. Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth melting. Reheats well - add splash of milk when reheating to restore creamy consistency.