Description
Creamy Cheddar Cajun Ranch Chicken Pasta Skillet is a delightful, one-pan meal that brings together the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning and the creamy richness of cheddar cheese. In just 35 minutes, you can create a comforting dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends. With its customizable ingredients, including your choice of proteins and vegetables, this pasta skillet is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you serve it family-style or in individual bowls, this satisfying dish is a must-try for any pasta lover looking for a quick and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh veggies (optional: cherry tomatoes, spinach)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the cooked chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper for about 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, ranch seasoning mix, uncooked penne pasta, and halved cherry tomatoes. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in cheddar cheese and spinach until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with green onions or parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg