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Cheesy Ranch Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Skillet

Cheesy Ranch Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Skillet Bliss

A quick and easy Cheesy Ranch Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Skillet that blends tender chicken, crisp-tender broccoli, and al dente rotini in a creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Rotini Pasta substitute with penne or fusilli if preferred
For the Chicken and Veggies
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts can use rotisserie or pre-cooked chicken
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets can use thawed frozen broccoli
For the Sauce
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Mix adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth vegetable broth is a great vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can use half-and-half
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese freshly shredded melts beautifully
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil any cooking oil will do
  • to taste Salt key seasoning
  • to taste Pepper key seasoning

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • large skillet
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini and cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown, about 5–6 minutes.
  3. Stir in broccoli florets and cook for 2–3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  4. Lower heat to medium-low, add ranch seasoning, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Stir and simmer for 2–3 minutes until creamy.
  5. Add drained pasta and mix to coat in sauce. Stir in half the cheddar until melted.
  6. Top with remaining cheddar, cover, and let sit for 2–3 minutes off heat to melt cheese.
  7. Serve warm, optionally garnished with parsley or extra cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheese for best results and adjust seasoning to taste.

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