Description
Craving something quick, creamy, and packed with flavor? This Hidden Valley Ranch Chicken Pasta is your new go-to! Juicy chicken, tender rotini, and a rich ranch-seasoned cream sauce come together for a meal that’s ready in 30 minutes and guaranteed to satisfy. Perfect for busy weeknights, comforting weekend dinners, or whenever you need a hearty, easy recipe. Whether you’re searching for quick dinner ideas, easy creamy pasta, or ranch chicken recipes, this one is a keeper that checks all the boxes: family-friendly, full of flavor, and customizable to your taste.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
12 oz rotini pasta
1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning mix (about 1 oz)
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic minced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rotini pasta until al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 6–8 minutes until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt the remaining tablespoon of butter and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the ranch seasoning mix. Simmer on low heat for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Add the cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet. Stir everything to coat with the sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed to adjust the consistency.
6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Use chicken thighs if you want a richer, juicier alternative to chicken breast.
Don’t skip the reserved pasta water—it’s key for creating the perfect sauce consistency.
Add shredded cheddar or parmesan to the sauce for a cheesier twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1¼ to 1½ cups
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: ranch chicken pasta, creamy pasta, quick dinner, Hidden Valley recipes