Hidden Valley Ranch Chicken Pasta
Get ready for the ultimate comfort food with this Hidden Valley Ranch Chicken Pasta. Tender rotini pasta is coated in a creamy ranch-infused sauce and topped with golden-seared chicken for a tangy, savory dish the whole family will love. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners with friends. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, comfort food recipes, or quick pasta meals, this creamy ranch chicken pasta is a flavorful solution. Serve it hot with garlic bread or a fresh salad for the perfect meal.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Pot
- Strainer
Ingredients
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and a little ranch seasoning. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken 5-6 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Remove and rest.
- Boil rotini in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
- Sauté garlic in the same skillet for 30 seconds. Add heavy cream and ranch seasoning, whisking well. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, then stir in Parmesan until smooth.
- Toss pasta with the sauce. Slice chicken and place on top. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Add a splash of reserved pasta water if the sauce becomes too thick. For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 780mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg
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