Description
A quick one-skillet pasta dish featuring diced chicken, broccoli, ranch seasoning, and melty cheddar.
Ingredients
- 1 pound rotini pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rotini until al dente. Drain and set aside; reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes until bright green and fork-tender.
- Pour in chicken broth and sprinkle ranch seasoning. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add cooked pasta and shredded cheddar to the skillet. Stir until cheese melts and coats everything. Adjust sauce thickness with reserved pasta water as needed. Cook another 2–3 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For a creamier sauce, swap half-and-half for a portion of the chicken broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American