Description
One-Pot Buffalo Ranch Chicken Penne is a flavor-packed, comforting dish that combines tender chicken, zesty buffalo sauce, and creamy ranch dressing with perfectly cooked penne pasta. This effortless recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, delivering bold flavors and minimal cleanup. Satisfy your cravings with this delightful meal that’s sure to impress family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan.
- Stir in penne pasta and buffalo sauce; cover and bring to a simmer for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Once the liquid is mostly absorbed, mix in ranch dressing until everything is well-coated.
- Remove from heat, top with shredded cheese while hot, and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg