Creamy Smoky Ranch Chicken & Sausage Pasta Skillet
A comforting pasta dish with tender chicken and savory smoked sausage enveloped in a creamy ranch sauce, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None specified
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and sliced sausage; cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and sausage is browned.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and ranch seasoning; stir well to combine.
- Add uncooked penne pasta and bring to a boil, letting the flavors infuse.
- Reduce heat to low; simmer for 12-15 minutes until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley if desired for a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
This dish can be prepared in advance. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg