Crack Chicken Penne (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 10 oz penne pasta

02 - 8 slices bacon, chopped

03 - 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts

04 - 1 cup sour cream

05 - 4 oz cream cheese

06 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

07 - ½ yellow onion, minced

08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

09 - Chopped green onions for garnish

10 - 2 cups chicken broth

11 - 1 packet dry ranch dressing mix

12 - 1 tsp salt

13 - 1 tsp black pepper

14 - 2 tsp dried parsley

01 - Cook penne pasta until al dente according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside

02 - Cook chopped bacon in a large pot over medium-high heat until crispy. Remove to paper towels, leaving 1 tablespoon grease in pot

03 - Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes, season with salt and pepper, and cook in bacon grease until browned

04 - Add minced onion and cook until chicken is done and onions are soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more

05 - Add broth, sour cream, cream cheese, ranch mix, seasonings, and bacon. Bring to gentle boil, then reduce heat

06 - Stir in cheddar and pasta. Simmer 5 minutes, then top with green onions

01 - This creamy pasta dish combines the rich flavors of bacon, ranch, and three kinds of dairy for ultimate comfort food