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Easy Hidden Valley Ranch Chicken Pasta

A creamy and comforting pasta dish made with tender chicken, penne pasta, cheese, and classic Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning. Perfect for an easy family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 12 oz Penne pasta cooked al dente
  • 2 pieces Chicken breast boneless, skinless, diced
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
Creamy Ranch Sauce
  • 1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Chicken broth
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until golden and fully cooked.
  3. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning over the chicken and stir for about 30 seconds to release the flavors.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in the cheddar and Parmesan cheeses until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated. Serve warm.

Notes

For a lighter version, replace heavy cream with half-and-half or add a splash of pasta water to loosen the sauce.