Creamy Cheddar Cajun Ranch Chicken Pasta Skillet
A delicious and easy one-pan meal featuring chicken, pasta, and a creamy cheddar Cajun ranch sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- cherry tomatoes, spinach, green onions or parsley (Optional: for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the cooked chicken with Cajun seasoning until warmed through.
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, ranch seasoning mix, uncooked penne pasta, and halved cherry tomatoes; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until pasta is tender (about 10-12 minutes).
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and spinach until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with green onions or parsley.
Notes
For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 25g | Sodium: 800mg