One-Pot Cheddar Ranch Chicken and Sausage Rotini
One-Pot Cheddar Ranch Chicken and Sausage Rotini is a creamy, flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This easy one-pot recipe combines tender chicken, savory sausage, and rich cheddar cheese, all enveloped in a delicious ranch-flavored sauce. In just about 30 minutes, you can prepare this comforting meal with minimal cleanup. With its versatile ingredients, you can easily customize it to suit your family’s tastes by adding seasonal vegetables or trying different cheeses. Whether you’re feeding picky eaters or hosting a casual dinner, this hearty dish will quickly become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb rotini pasta
- 1 lb diced chicken breast
- 1 lb sliced sausage (Italian or smoked)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced bell pepper (optional)
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken and sausage; cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in optional bell pepper and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Add rotini pasta, chicken broth, and ranch seasoning; stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Mix in peas and cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg