Description
Looking for the best crack chicken pasta recipe? This one is quick, easy, and super creamy! Perfect as a simple dinner idea, comfort meal, or cozy family favorite. It’s one of the best easy pasta ideas that’s cheesy and so satisfying. Save this quick pasta recipe for your next weeknight comfort food craving!
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti or pasta of choice
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook bacon until crispy; crumble and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt cream cheese; whisk in milk or cream until smooth.
- Add ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper; stir in chicken and most of the bacon.
- Add cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
- Toss cooked pasta in sauce until coated.
- Top with remaining bacon and extra cheese before serving.
Notes
- Add red pepper flakes for heat.
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Heavy cream makes the sauce extra rich.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American