We’re pretty big fans of Crack Chicken around here. Once you try it you’ll see why! Crack chicken dip, crack chicken soup, and crack chicken sliders are some of my other favorites!
Cheddar Ranch Chicken Pasta
If there’s any recipe that’s always a hit with my family, it’s this one. I mean, you just can’t go wrong with penne pasta tossed with bacon and juicy chicken pieces in a creamy, ranchy sauce. Called ‘Crack Chicken’ for a reason, you won’t be able to stop once you have a taste! The Crack Chicken sauce is a tasty blend of sour cream, cream cheese, chicken broth, onion and garlic, and most importantly- dry ranch seasoning! The flavor is seriously the best. Savory, tangy, rich, and creamy. Crack chicken pasta is a must-make and most definitely picky eater-approved.
Ingredient List
I love that Crack Chicken pasta uses so many pantry staples. You’ll have a lot of these ready to go! If you’re looking for exact measurements, they can all be found in the recipe card at the end of the post. This recipe is Picky Eater Approved!
Penne Pasta: Penne’s little tubes are perfect for holding all that delicious Crack Chicken sauce. Bacon: Chopped up bacon adds salty and smoky flavor. Use precooked bacon to save time! Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts: The main protein in our pasta. Make sure you cut it into similar sized pieces so it cooks evenly. Salt and Pepper: Season to taste! Yellow Onion and Garlic: Chopped to add savory flavor. Chicken Broth: This forms the base of the sauce. Sour Cream: Sour cream adds tang and helps thicken up the sauce. You can also use plain Greek yogurt if you wish. Cream Cheese: Softened cream cheese creates a smooth and rich texture in the sauce. Dry Ranch Dressing Mix: Adds that signature Crack Chicken flavor! Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Melts down beautifully and also adds cheesy flavor. Green Onion: Chopped for garnish!
How to Make Crack Chicken Pasta
One of the best things about this Crack Chicken pasta recipe is that it’s all made in one pot for easy cleanup! A dinner that everyone loves but is also easy to clean up after is a win in my book. Then shred the chicken directly in the pot and add the remaining sauce ingredients – sour cream, cream cheese, ranch dressing mix, cheddar cheese, and cooked pasta. Give it a stir and let it heat through on low for about 15-20 minutes or until the cheese has melted. Enjoy!
Crack Chicken Casserole
35 mins
Slow Cooker Crack Chicken (Cheddar Ranch Chicken)
6 hrs 10 mins
Crack Chicken Chili
6 hrs 10 mins
Crack Chicken Sliders
45 mins
