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Crockpot Crack Chicken Pasta with tender chicken, smoky bacon, creamy cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning, cream cheese, chicken broth, and penne pasta.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 (1-oz) package ranch dressing mix
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup cooked chopped bacon
  • 1 (8-oz) package cream cheese
  • 1 (16-oz) package penne pasta uncooked
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp water

Instructions

  1. Place chicken in the slow cooker. Sprinkle with ranch seasoning. Pour chicken broth and water over the chicken. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours.
  2. Remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred it with 2 forks.
  3. Add cream cheese to the pot and whisk to combine.
  4. Add shredded chicken, cooked bacon, and uncooked pasta to the slow cooker and stir.
  5. Cover the crockpot and cook for 25 to 30 minutes, until the pasta is tender.
  6. Whisk together cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water. Add to pasta sauce and stir.
  7. Add shredded cheese to the pasta mixture and stir. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, until the cheese has melted. Serve immediately.

Notes

Boneless skinless chicken breasts, boneless skinless chicken thighs, or chicken tenderloins may be used., Turkey bacon and low-fat cream cheese are listed as a reduced-calorie option., Salt-free or low-sodium chicken broth is suggested., If sensitive to ranch seasoning, adjust it to personal preference., Listed additions are onion, bell pepper, broccoli, spinach, and green peas., Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat them in the microwave.

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