Creamy Bold Ranch BBQ Chicken Rotini That Delights!
A delicious and creamy pasta dish featuring rotini pasta, bold ranch flavors, and BBQ chicken, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken and BBQ sauce, mixing well.
- Add the cooked rotini pasta to the chicken mixture and stir to combine.
- In a separate bowl, mix the ranch dressing with the shredded cheese.
- Pour the ranch and cheese mixture over the pasta and chicken, stirring until everything is well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with chopped green onions.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is bubbly.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or corn for extra flavor and nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a spicier kick, add some jalapeños or hot sauce to the BBQ mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg