Description
A hearty one-pan meal featuring chicken, pasta, cheese, and smoky jalapeños, ready in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 8 oz pasta (like penne or rotini)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 2 jalapeños, diced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Add the diced jalapeños to the skillet and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the ranch dressing and shredded cheese, mixing until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir to combine, ensuring the pasta is well coated.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg