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One-Pot Buffalo Ranch Chicken Penne


  • Author: Hannah

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 3 cups chicken broth

  • 2 cups penne pasta (uncooked)

  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce

  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Optional: chopped green onions or parsley for garnish


Instructions

Sear Chicken:
In a large pot or deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Sauté Garlic:
In the same pot, reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add Liquids & Pasta:
Pour in chicken broth, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing. Stir to combine. Add uncooked penne pasta and bring to a boil.

Simmer:
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is cooked and liquid is mostly absorbed.

Stir in Chicken & Cheese:
Return cooked chicken to the pot. Stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted and creamy.

 

Serve:
Garnish with green onions or parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy the spicy, creamy comfort of this one-pot wonder!