
Crack Chicken Penne ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.9 from 2,700 pasta lovers)
📸 900+ cozy, cheesy photos shared | 💖 Updated June 2025
Get ready to meet your new weeknight obsession. This Crack Chicken Penne is ultra-creamy, loaded with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and tons of gooey cheese — all wrapped around comforting penne pasta. One bite and you’ll understand why it’s called “crack” chicken… it’s THAT addictive. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or when you just need a big comforting bowl of happiness.
📌 Quick Glance – Crack Chicken Penne
- ⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes
- 🍳 Cook Time: 25 minutes
- 🍽️ Servings: 6
- 💥 Vibe: Cheesy, comforting, totally irresistible
⬇️ Jump Ahead
- What You’ll Need
- How to Make Crack Chicken Penne
- Tasty Variations & Pro Tips
- Rave Reviews from Pasta Lovers
- FAQ – All Your Creamy Questions
🛒 What You’ll Need – Easy, Irresistible Ingredients
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or pasta water)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

👩🍳 How to Make Crack Chicken Penne
Cook the Pasta: Boil penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water if needed, then drain.
Make the Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, add cream cheese, chicken broth (or pasta water), and ranch seasoning. Stir until smooth and creamy.
Add the Chicken and Bacon: Stir in cooked chicken and most of the crumbled bacon. Let everything warm through.
Combine: Add cooked penne pasta, then stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melty and completely coated.
Serve: Top with remaining bacon, chopped green onions, and parsley. Serve hot and watch it vanish in minutes.
✨ Tasty Variations & Pro Tips For The Best Crack Chicken Penne
Use rotisserie chicken for super easy prep.
Swap penne for rigatoni, fusilli, or even shells.
Add steamed broccoli or spinach for a pop of green.
Top with crushed red pepper for a spicy kick.

Crack Chicken Penne
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Cook penne in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. Leave about 1 tbsp bacon grease in the pan.
- Add olive oil to the skillet with bacon grease. Add diced chicken and season with salt, pepper, and ranch seasoning. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 3–5 minutes.
- Add cooked penne and bacon to the skillet. Stir to coat.
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot!
Notes
💬 Rave Reviews from Crack Chicken Penne Lovers
“My husband asked if we can have this every week. So creamy and flavorful!” – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Allison G.
“The best comfort meal I’ve made in ages. Everyone loved it!” – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Katie B.
“I brought this to a potluck and there wasn’t a single noodle left. Amazing!” – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Mia P.
❓ FAQ – All Your Creamy Questions
Pair this indulgent pasta with a fizzy, fun Italian Cream Soda for a restaurant-style dinner at home. The sweet, bubbly drink complements the savory richness of the dish perfectly.