👉 CreamyRanchChicken

Creamy Ranch Chicken Pasta Bake:

Ingredients:

  • 1 box (16 ounces) rotini pasta
  • 2 cans (10.5 ounces each) cream of chicken soup
  • 2 packets (1 ounce each) ranch seasoning mix
  • Chicken, as desired (e.g., 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup water
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Ingredients:
    • Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
    • In a bowl, mix the cream of chicken soup and ranch seasoning packets until well combined.
    • Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
    • Cut the broccoli into florets, discarding the stems.
  2. Layering:
    • In a slow cooker, layer the ingredients as follows:
      • Start with a thin layer of the cream of chicken and ranch seasoning mixture.
      • Add half of the cooked rotini pasta.
      • Place half of the seasoned chicken on top of the pasta.
      • Add half of the broccoli florets.
      • Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.
  3. Pour Water:
    • Pour the cup of water over the layers evenly.
  4. Cooking:
    • Set the slow cooker to high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours.
  5. Mixing:
    • About halfway through the cooking time, gently stir the ingredients to ensure even cooking.
  6. Check Doneness:
    • Test the chicken for doneness. It should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. Optional Cheese Topping:
    • If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top during the last 15-20 minutes of cooking. Close the lid to allow the cheese to melt.
  8. Serve:
    • Once the chicken is cooked through, and the broccoli is tender, give the mixture a final gentle stir.
    • Serve the creamy ranch chicken pasta bake in individual plates, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

This delicious and easy-to-make dish should be enough to feed a family of 4 to 6. Enjoy your comforting and flavorful creamy ranch chicken pasta bake!

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