Instant Pot Crack Chicken Pasta
A simple and tasty Instant Pot dinner that includes Ranch seasoned chicken, tender noodles, and bacon combined in a creamy sauce!
Servings: 8
Calories: 540kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts, boneless/skinless, diced
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 oz Ranch seasoning mix
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 lb Penne pasta, or pasta of choice
- ½ cup bacon, cooked/crumbled
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Turn the Instant Pot to saute and add in the olive oil, chicken, and Ranch.
- Toss to coat chicken thoroughly and allow to cook for about 4 minutes, or until chicken is just about cooked through.
- Add in the chicken broth, water, and Pasta.
- Turn saute function off and place lid securely on top. Ensure valve is to sealing position.
- Cook manual, high pressure, for 4 minutes.
- Once 4 minutes is up, do a quick release.
- Stir in the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and bacon.
- Allow to sit for about 2 minutes, or until cheese has melted.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Recipe adapted from: Plain Chicken
Nutrition
Calories: 540kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 944mg | Potassium: 430mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 547IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 148mg | Iron: 1mg
