Cheesy Ranch Chicken Pasta

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts, cooked and diced
• 1/2 lb. uncooked pasta (bowtie, penne, or macaroni)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup ranch dressing
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until lightly browned and cooked through.
3. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes.
4. Add the ranch dressing, sour cream, and shredded cheese. Stir to combine and cook until the cheese is melted and everything is combined.
5. Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes.
6. Serve warm and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Ranch dressing was invented in 1954 in the United States.
• Pasta is a type of Italian food made from unleavened dough and water.
• Cheddar cheese is one of the most popular types of cheese in the world.