Bold Zesty Buffalo Ranch Chicken Pasta Skillet
A flavorful one-pan meal combining tender chicken, zesty buffalo sauce, creamy ranch dressing, and pasta for a bold and satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup buffalo wing sauce
1 cup ranch dressing
2 cups chicken broth
8 ounces penne pasta
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the cubed chicken to the skillet and season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the buffalo wing sauce and ranch dressing, stirring to combine with the chicken.
Add the chicken broth and penne pasta to the skillet, stirring to mix evenly.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and cover the skillet.
Simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the pasta and chicken mixture.
Cover the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately.