Crockpot Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breast
• 1 ranch seasoning packet
• 1/2 tsp blackened seasoning
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 block cream cheese (8 oz)
• 1 bag shredded cheddar cheese (8 oz)
• 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 lb pasta of choice

Instructions

1. 1

   Add chicken breast, ranch packet, blackened seasoning, chicken broth, and cream cheese to the crockpot.

2. 2

   Cook on high for 2-4 hours or low for 4-6 hours, until chicken is fully cooked and tender.

3. 3

   Cook pasta according to package directions and drain.

5. 4

   Shred or cube the chicken and add back in the crockpot.

6. 5

   Stir in shredded cheddar cheese (reserve a little for topping), heavy cream, bacon, and cooked pasta until creamy and well combined.

7. 6

   Top with remaining cheddar cheese and extra bacon bits. Cover for a few minutes until melted, then serve warm.