One-Pot Smoky Cheddar Ranch Chicken & Sausage Pasta
One-Pot Smoky Cheddar Ranch Chicken & Sausage Pasta is the ultimate weeknight meal that combines hearty flavors with minimal cleanup. In just 30 minutes, you can indulge in a creamy, cheesy dish featuring tender chicken, smoky sausage, and perfectly cooked pasta. Enhanced by ranch seasoning and fresh ingredients, this recipe is not only delicious but also versatilefeel free to add your favorite vegetables for extra nutrition. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, its sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Saut the onion for 34 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and cook for one more minute.
- Stir in chicken and sausage; season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned, about 57 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add pasta and ranch seasoning.
- Cover and simmer for 1012 minutes until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Mix in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg