Creamy Chicken Penne (Printable Version)
Rich, cheesy pasta loaded with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and ranch flavor. This comforting meal comes together in about 35 minutes!
# What You'll Need:
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10 ounces of penne pasta.
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8 strips of bacon, diced.
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1½ pounds of cubed chicken breast (1-inch pieces).
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Half a yellow onion, chopped small.
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3 cloves of garlic, chopped finely.
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2 cups of chicken stock.
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1 cup of sour cream.
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4 ounces of cream cheese.
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A single packet of ranch seasoning mix.
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1 teaspoon of salt.
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1 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
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2 teaspoons of dried parsley.
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2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese.
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Chopped green onions for garnish.
# Steps to Follow:
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Cook the pasta until al dente. Pour it into a colander, rinse under cool water, and leave to the side.
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In a pot, fry up the bacon bits till crunchy. Scoop them out and drain on a paper towel.
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Keep a little bacon grease in the pot. Toss in the chicken pieces with the salt and pepper and let them brown.
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Throw in the onion and cook till soft. Add garlic and stir for about a minute.
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Mix in the chicken stock, cream cheese, sour cream, ranch mix, and bacon. Season and bring to a soft boil, then turn the heat down.
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Stir in the cheddar and pasta. Let it simmer for a few moments until it's bubbly.
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Sprinkle sliced green onions on top, serve it hot, and enjoy.
# Additional Notes:
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Hold a handful of bacon and a bit of cheese for serving, if you’d like.