Creamy Cheddar BBQ Ranch Chicken Alfredo Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Cheddar BBQ Ranch Chicken Alfredo. A decadent pasta dish loaded with tender chicken, a rich and creamy cheese sauce, and a hint of BBQ and ranch flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Pasta:
12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
Chicken:
1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (cubed), 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cheese Sauce:
1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup BBQ sauce, 2 tablespoons ranch dressing, 1 tablespoon butter, chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook pasta until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Sear Chicken: Cook seasoned chicken in olive oil until golden and cooked through.
- Prepare Cheese Sauce: In the same skillet, simmer butter, cream, and milk. Add cheeses, BBQ sauce, and ranch dressing.
- Combine: Return chicken to sauce, add pasta, and heat until creamy.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Shortcut: Use rotisserie chicken.
- Adjust Flavors: Customize BBQ and ranch amounts.
- Versatile: Works with any pasta shape.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1¼ cups
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
