Description
This Sticky Garlic Parmesan Ranch Chicken Rigatoni is a comforting and flavorful pasta dish. It combines tender chicken, rigatoni pasta, a creamy ranch and garlic sauce, and melted Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Rigatoni: Boil a large pot of water. Add the rigatoni pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Melt Butter with Garlic: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add Chicken and Ranch: Stir in the cooked chicken and ranch dressing. Mix thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the mixture is heated through.
- Combine with Rigatoni: Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet, tossing to combine. Stir in the Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, allowing them to melt into a creamy consistency.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving your Sticky Garlic Parmesan Ranch Chicken Rigatoni.
Notes
- For a healthier Sticky Garlic Parmesan Ranch, use whole wheat rigatoni and add more vegetables like broccoli or zucchini.
- Use low-fat ranch dressing or a homemade dressing with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- You can substitute rigatoni with penne, fusilli, or gluten-free pasta.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Freeze the dish in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
- Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of milk or chicken broth to maintain creaminess.
- When microwaving, cover with a damp paper towel to retain moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg