Crack Chicken Penne Recipe
This Crack Chicken Penne Recipe combines tender pasta with creamy, addictive flavors that keep everyone coming back for more.
Equipment
- Large pot for boiling pasta
- Medium saucepan for sauce
- Colander for draining
- Wooden spoon for stirring
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Sharp knife for chopping
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 6 strips bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil water in large pot with salt.
- Add penne pasta to boiling water.
- Cook pasta for 8-10 minutes until tender.
- Drain pasta and set aside.
- Heat saucepan over medium heat.
- Add softened cream cheese to pan.
- Pour chicken broth slowly while stirring.
- Mix in ranch seasoning packet thoroughly.
- Add shredded chicken to creamy sauce.
- Stir in cooked bacon pieces.
- Add drained pasta to sauce mixture.
- Top with cheddar cheese and mix.
- Garnish with chopped green onions.
- Serve hot immediately.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for quick preparation and better flavor
- Don't overcook pasta - it should be al dente for best texture
- Let cream cheese soften completely before mixing for smooth sauce
- Cook bacon until extra crispy for better crunch contrast
- Add pasta water if sauce becomes too thick during mixing