Description
This BBQ Ranch Chicken Pasta is a quick, creamy, and flavor-packed one-skillet dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Made with tender chicken, broccoli, cheddar cheese, and bold BBQ ranch sauce, it’s a guaranteed family favorite ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
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12 oz rotini or penne pasta (≈4 cups cooked)
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2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
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2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup BBQ sauce
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1/2 cup ranch dressing
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1/2 cup milk
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1 tbsp olive oil or butter
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: chopped green onions or crispy bacon for garnish
Instructions
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Cook Pasta & Broccoli:
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Boil pasta according to package instructions. In the last 2–3 minutes of cooking, add broccoli. Drain and set aside.
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Combine Sauce:
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat.
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Stir in BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, and milk. Heat until bubbly.
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Add Chicken & Cheese:
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Stir in cooked chicken and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy.
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Toss Pasta:
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Add cooked pasta and broccoli. Toss until everything is well coated and heated through.
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Serve:
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Taste and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with green onions or bacon if desired. Serve hot.
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Notes
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Use rotisserie chicken for a faster prep.
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Swap broccoli with peas or bell peppers if preferred.
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Make it spicy by adding a dash of hot sauce or chipotle powder.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
