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Indulgent Hidden Valley Ranch Chicken Pasta in 30 Minutes
This creamy and flavorful pasta dish combines tender chicken, savory ranch seasoning, and al dente pasta for a quick and indulgent meal.
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Prep Time
10
minutes
mins
Cook Time
20
minutes
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Total Time
30
minutes
mins
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American
Servings
4
servings
Calories
650
kcal
Ingredients
Pasta
12
oz
Rotini Pasta
or penne/fusilli if unavailable
Dairy
2
tbsp
Butter
or olive oil for a lighter alternative
1
lb
Chicken Breast
can substitute with turkey or tofu
1
tbsp
Garlic Powder
or fresh garlic
0.5
tsp
Black Pepper
or white pepper for milder flavor
8
oz
Cream Cheese
Greek yogurt as a lighter option
1
cup
Milk
low-fat or almond milk
1
pkg
Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning
or homemade ranch seasoning
0.25
cup
Fresh Parsley
or basil/chives
Instructions
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and cook the chicken until browned and cooked through.
Add garlic powder and black pepper to the chicken, stirring to combine.
Stir in cream cheese, milk, and ranch seasoning until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Mix in cooked pasta and chopped parsley, then cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute cream cheese with Greek yogurt and use olive oil instead of butter.
Keyword
chicken, pasta, Ranch