Ingredients:

  • 12 oz (340 g) penne pasta
  • 2 cups (300 g) cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1 cup (240 mL) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (240 g) ranch dressing
  • 1 cup (100 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g) unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water.
  2. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  3. Drain and set aside.
  4. In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
  5. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  6. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously until combined.
  7. Add ranch dressing, Parmesan cheese, and dried dill, mixing until smooth.
  8. Stir in the cooked chicken and allow to heat through.
  9. Add the drained pasta, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce.
  10. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.
  11. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.