INSTANT POT CREAMY RANCH CHICKEN PASTA
The internet loves this ready-in-a-hurry dish but too many versions are overly soupy or have curdled sauces. Our version uses chicken thighs because they stay moist and tender; we stir them into the cheese mixture after it is cooked to create a creamy, tangy mixture that is perfect over pasta.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and sprinkle all over with 1 tablespoon of the seasoning mix.
- Add the penne to the 6-quart Instant Pot® and add 4 cups water to the pot. Place the chicken thighs on top of the penne. Follow the manufacturer's guide for locking the lid and preparing to cook. Set to pressure cook on high for 8 minutes (see Cook's Note). After the pressure-cook cycle is complete, follow the manufacturer's guide for quick- release and wait until the quick-release cycle is complete. Being careful of any remaining steam, unlock and remove the lid. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board until cool enough to handle.
- Meanwhile, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, Cheddar and remaining seasoning mix (about 2 tablespoons) in a large bowl. Set aside.
- Roughly chop the chicken into small pieces while it is still warm. Add the chicken to the cream-cheese mixture and stir to combine. Add the chicken and cheese mixture to the pasta and stir until the cheese mixture melts and the pasta is well coated.
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Daniel Shockley
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The creamy ranch sauce was rich and creamy, and it coated the chicken and pasta perfectly. We will definitely be making this dish again soon
Olivia Brooks
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The creamy ranch sauce was delicious, and it was the perfect complement to the chicken and pasta. I wi
Simon Steven Chisomeko
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some leftover roasted chicken, and I used it in this dish. It turned out great! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The creamy ranch sauce was delicious,
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[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making pasta in the Instant Pot, but I'm glad I tried it. The pasta came out perfectly cooked, and the creamy ranch sauce was delicious. The chicken was also very tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this dish aga
Ishu Music
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make, and it's perfect for a busy weeknight. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in the Instant Pot and let it do its thing. The chicken and pasta come out cooked perfectly, and the creamy ranch sauce is delicious
Paul Els
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of creamy pasta dishes, but this one is an exception. The creamy ranch sauce is light and flavorful, and it doesn't weigh down the chicken or pasta. The chicken is cooked perfectly, and the pasta is al dente. This dish is a winner!
Hamza Fatayri
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. The creamy ranch sauce is delicious, and it coats the chic
Miley Williams
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly, and the pasta is always al dente. The creamy ranch sauce is delicious, and it's the perfect complement to the chicken and pasta. I love that this
Sauda Kawanga
[email protected]This is one of my favorite Instant Pot recipes. It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. The creamy ranch sauce is rich and flavorful, and it coats the chic
Ephrem Solomon
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so versatile. You can use any type of pasta that you like, and you can add any vegetables that you have on hand. I also like to experiment with different types of cheese in the creamy ranch sauce. This dish is always a
Abdul Whab
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken and pasta cook in the Instant Pot in just a few minutes, and the creamy ranch sauce is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand. The whole dish comes t
Risky Sai
[email protected]I made this dish for my family, and they loved it! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The creamy ranch sauce was delicious, and it was the perfect complement to the chicken and pasta. I will definitely be making thi
Katie Kerswell
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some leftover roasted chicken, and I used it in this dish. It turned out great! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The creamy ranch sauce was delicious,
Atif 1945
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The creamy ranch sauce was delicious, and it was the perfect complement to the chicken and pasta. I wi
ZaheerAhmed Khan
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The creamy ranch sauce was rich and creamy, and it coated the chicken and pasta perfectly. We will definitely be making this dish again soon
Gfhc Dhrft
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making pasta in the Instant Pot, but I'm glad I tried it. The pasta came out perfectly cooked, and the creamy ranch sauce was delicious. The chicken was also very tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this dish aga
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[email protected]This dish is so easy to make, and it's perfect for a busy weeknight. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in the Instant Pot and let it do its thing. The chicken and pasta come out cooked perfectly, and the creamy ranch sauce is delicious
Arshadiqbal Rasheedkhan
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of creamy pasta dishes, but this one is an exception. The creamy ranch sauce is light and flavorful, and it doesn't weigh down the chicken or pasta. The chicken is cooked perfectly, and the pasta is al dente. This dish is a winn
Nk Nahid
[email protected]This creamy ranch chicken pasta made in the Instant Pot is a delicious and easy weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the pasta is cooked to perfection. The creamy ranch sauce is flavorful and rich, and it coats the chicken and pasta p