Cheddar Ranch Pasta (Printable Version)
Single-pot smoky cheddar pasta with chicken & sausage smothered in tangy ranch sauce.
# Ingredients Required:
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1 lb diced chicken breast
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1 lb sliced smoked sausage
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12 oz rotini or penne pasta
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4 cups chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
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1 packet ranch seasoning mix
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1 small diced onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Chopped parsley (for garnish if you want)
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Warm up the olive oil in a big pot on medium heat. Toss in your diced chicken and sliced sausage, letting them cook until chicken turns golden, around 5-7 minutes. Add your diced onion and minced garlic, and cook them together for another 2-3 minutes until they're soft.
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Add your broth, cream, ranch mix, and pasta into the pot. Let it come to a boil, then turn down the heat. Cover it and let everything bubble gently for 10-12 minutes. Stir now and then until your pasta gets soft.
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Take the pot off the heat and stir in all your shredded cheddar until it's melty and smooth.
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Give it a taste and add salt and pepper if you need to. Sprinkle some parsley on top if you like and serve it while it's hot.
# Extra Suggestions:
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This one-pot meal stands great on its own, but you can add some side dishes if you want a bigger dinner spread.